Case Study: The £14,000 Decision That Transformed a Growing Business

As businesses grow, so should their structure. What works in the early days often becomes inefficient, restrictive and unnecessarily expensive as profits increase. This was exactly the position one of our clients found themselves in before turning to us at Chadwick Accountants & Bookkeepers Ltd, Warwickshire-based, award-winning practice led by Chartered Accountant and Managing Director Rachael Chadwick-Harrison.

Confirmation Statement Fees: A Quiet Increase That Adds to the Pressure

In 2016, filing a confirmation statement cost £13. It was a small, predictable fee for confirming that the basic details held by Companies House were correct. Over time, that cost has steadily risen, increasing to £34 from 1 May 2024.

From 1 February 2026, the fee will rise again — this time to £50.

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