New laws will come into force in October that govern the display of company names at premises. The Companies (Trading Disclosures) Regulations 2008 are effective as of 1 October this year, and will mean that companies will have to display their registered name at their registered office and their inspection place, as well as any place where a company carries on business. Registered names must be displayed in a position where they can be easily seen by visitors. Furthermore, a company’s registered name, number, place of registration and registered office address must be displayed on business letters, e-mails, websites and other documentation.

An exception to the rule is for home based businesses whose company name does not have to be displayed at a location which is primarily used for living accommodation.