Companies House reported on 6 August 2026 that 23 directors were disqualified in the first six months of 2026 for persistent or serious non-compliance with their filing responsibilities. The disqualifications, imposed after conviction, were for a combined total of 70 years and ranged from 6 months to 5 years. The courts also fined the 23 directors a total of £17,810 — £15,600 for non-filing of accounts and £2,200 for non-filing of confirmation statements.

Separately, the agency said that between January and March 2026, 360 directors of 332 companies were convicted of filing offences. These included 355 convictions for accounts offences, with total fines of £129,970, and 157 convictions for confirmation statement offences, with total fines of £53,300. Companies House was also awarded costs of £31,075.

Martin Swain, Director of Intelligence and Law Enforcement Engagement at Companies House, said limited liability encourages enterprise but comes with an expectation of transparency and accountability. The agency said all companies must file annual accounts and a confirmation statement under the Companies Act 2006, and that directors are personally responsible for ensuring documents are delivered on time.