By Shannon Power, 25th August 2023 Company Directors have a critical role in guiding a company’s path in the complex realm of corporate governance. Proprietary directors, a crucial category of company directors, hold particular importance in Irish company law. This blog post will examine the definition of a proprietary director in Ireland and their significance […]
By Shannon Power, 1st August 2023 (Updated 24th January 2024) As part of an enforcement drive, the Companies Registration Office (CRO) has begun issuing 10-Week Warning Letters to those companies who have not fulfilled their annual returns/compliance requirements, notifying them of the potential consequences of non-compliance. In this blog post, we will delve into the […]
By Nicola Fitzpatrick, 28th July 2023 Ireland is a popular destination for multinational companies seeking to establish a branch presence due to its attractive business environment and favourable tax policies. However, operating a branch company in Ireland comes with certain obligations and legal requirements to ensure compliance with Irish regulations. In this article, we will […]
By Shannon Power, 6th July 2023 On the 21st of June 2023, the Stakeholder Forum Meeting took place, giving us insight into current changes and updates from within the Companies Registration Office (CRO). We are pleased to be able to provide a list of the key points discussed during the meeting: PPS Number Update: During […]
By Shannon Power, 6th July 2023 Corporate compliance and governance are crucial aspects of any business, serving as the foundation for transparency, accountability, and ethical behaviour. In Ireland, a country known for its robust business environment and thriving economy, maintaining high corporate compliance standards is paramount. In light of recent events in Ireland’s entertainment sector, […]
By Shannon Power, 7th June 2023 The European Union (Cross-Border Conversions, Mergers, and Divisions) Regulations (S.I. No. 233 of 2023), commonly referred to as the Mobility Regulations, were implemented on May 24th 2023, signifying a noteworthy advancement in EU corporate law. The Mobility Regulations give effect to the provisions of the European Union’s Mobility Directive. […]
By Shannon Power, 7th June 2023 With the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, the CRO put all involuntary strike-offs on hold to allow companies time to cope with the effects of the pandemic. The Registrar of Companies announced in May of 2022 that no further Covid-19 annual return extensions will be granted for […]
By Shannon Power, 2nd May 2023 The Minister of State for Trade Promotion, Digital and Company Regulation, Dara Calleary TD, is soon to launch a public consultation on proposals to enhance the current Companies Act 2014. The Companies Act 2014 is in place to ensure a balance between simplifying the day-to-day running of a business, […]
By Sinéad Floody ACG, 3rd April 2023 (Updated 8th May 2023) The Companies (Corporate Enforcement Authority) Act 2021, what is expected? The Act brought in some key changes to company law in Ireland, the main one being the establishment of the Corporate Enforcement Authority in place of the Office of the Director of Corporate Enforcement, […]
By Sarah Al Saji, 23rd March 2023 Audited accounts are financial statements verified and checked by an independent, registered auditor who is a qualified individual trained in doing so. This blog will explain in a little more detail how the auditing process works, why it is sometimes necessary to get your accounts audited, and more […]
