Companies Act 2006: Primary legislation governing company meetings and resolutions in England and Wales. Particularly Parts 13 and 14 (Sections 281-361) covering meeting procedures, types of resolutions, notice periods, and voting rights.
Articles of Association: Company's internal constitution document that sets out the rules for running the company, including specific requirements for general meetings and passing resolutions.
Memorandum of Association: Historical constitutional document stating the company's existence and basic structure, though less relevant since Companies Act 2006 changes.
Shareholders' Agreements: Private agreements between shareholders that may contain additional requirements or restrictions for general meetings and passing resolutions.
UK Corporate Governance Code: Set of principles and provisions for good corporate governance, particularly relevant for listed companies, including meeting and resolution requirements.
Listing Rules: Rules applicable to companies listed on the London Stock Exchange, containing additional requirements for general meetings and resolutions.
Financial Services and Markets Act 2000: Legislation relevant when the resolution involves financial services matters or regulated activities.
Companies (Model Articles) Regulations 2008: Default articles of association that apply where a company hasn't created its own articles or has gaps in its articles.
Company (Shareholders' Rights) Regulations 2009: Regulations enhancing shareholders' rights in quoted companies, including provisions about general meetings and resolutions.
