Purpose
From 1 December 2026, Companies House says objections to a limited company being removed from its register must use its online service. Email objections will no longer be accepted through the usual route. You can already object online.
Who should pay attention?
This matters to self-employed suppliers, business owners and employees owed money by a company facing closure. Shareholders and other interested parties may also object where they have a valid reason.
You can only object after the proposed strike-off notice appears in The Gazette, and before the company is removed from the register. Act promptly: check the deadline shown in the notice.
What will you need?
- A Companies House account
- The company's name and registration number
- Digital evidence supporting your objection, such as unpaid invoices
Current guidance says supporting documents must be less than six months old, show the company's full legal name and be smaller than 4MB.
If you cannot use the online service, contact Companies House about support. Its current guidance still mentions possible alternative arrangements, so confirm what will be available after 1 December rather than relying on email.
Planning to close your company?
Review unpaid suppliers, employee wages and tax liabilities before applying. Prepare final accounts and the Company Tax Return for HMRC, pay outstanding taxes and notify those affected by the application.
For directors, reviewing these items early can help identify issues that could delay closure.
Key takeaway
If a company owes you money, watch for a strike-off notice and gather your evidence early. If you are closing your own company, review its accounts and liabilities first.
J3 Accountants can help review your records, outstanding filings and tax position before you take the next step.
