Updated October 2026 · Fraser Bond
Business · Governance
Removing a company director
Ordinaryresolution
Specialnotice 28 days
Companies HouseTM01
Employmentrights
In short: Shareholders can remove a director by ordinary resolution under section 168 of the Companies Act 2006, regardless of the articles, but must give special notice (28 days) and let the director make representations; it can't be done by written resolution. Check the articles and any shareholders' agreement, which may give other routes or protections. Notify Companies House within 14 days (form TM01). If the director is also an employee, employment law applies separately. Take legal advice.
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Can a director be removed without a meeting?
Not under section 168; a meeting is required.
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