What Are The Memorandum & Articles Of Association?

The Memorandum & Articles of Association are two key documents that form the constitution of a company in the UK. These documents are crucial for the legal functioning and governance of a company.

While the terminology and specific regulations might have evolved, companies in the UK are still fundamentally required to have a Memorandum of Association and Articles of Association. The Memorandum of Association outlines the relationship between the company and the outside world, while the Articles of Association detail the rules governing the internal management of the company. For more information, you can visit the UK Government's guidance on Incorporation and Names.