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Companies House · 02496598 Dissolved

Universal Communications Worldwide Limited

Private limited company

Fisher Partners, Acre House, 11-15 William Road, London, NW1 3ER

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02496598

Company number

27 Apr 1990

Incorporated

0

Active officers

31 Dec 2004

Last accounts made up to

Universal Communications Worldwide Limited company overview

Universal Communications Worldwide Limited is a private limited company registered with company number 02496598. It was incorporated on 27 Apr 1990 and dissolved on 6 Apr 2011 and its current status is dissolved.

The registered office is at Fisher Partners, Acre House, 11-15 William Road, London, NW1 3ER. The company has 0 active officers. It was previously called Media Planning & Buying Limited and 1 other name.

Universal Communications Worldwide Limited upcoming deadlines

This company is dissolved, so the register shows no filing deadlines for it.

Universal Communications Worldwide Limited at a glance

20 years

Years on the register

7,649 days from incorporation to closure

0

Active officers

Louise, Philip

103

Filings on record

Latest: 6 Apr 2011

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Filing health score

Company is dissolved

Directors of Universal Communications Worldwide Limited

Nature of business (SIC codes)

7440

Advertising

Allowable expenses for Universal Communications Worldwide Limited

Based on Universal Communications Worldwide Limited's SIC code (7440), these are typical tax-deductible expenses for a professional & creative services company. Claiming them lowers the profit you pay corporation tax on.

Design tools & equipment

Creative software, cameras, drawing tablets and props.

Professional memberships

HMRC-approved professional body subscriptions.

Business travel

Trains, flights, hotels and subsistence for client work.

Working from home

A share of household bills or the £6-a-week flat rate.

Vehicle & mileage

45p a mile for the first 10,000 business miles in a personal car.

Staff & director salaries

Wages, employer NI and pension contributions paid through PAYE.

Accountancy & legal fees

Bookkeeping, year-end accounts, tax advice and company secretarial costs.

Business insurance

Public liability, professional indemnity and employer's liability cover.

Phone & internet

Business mobile contracts, broadband and a share of home internet.

General guidance only — every expense must be wholly and exclusively for business. Ask an accountant

Tax guide for businesses like Universal Communications Worldwide Limited

How much tax does a professional & creative services company pay?

UK companies pay corporation tax at 19% on profits up to £50,000, rising to 25% above £250,000, with marginal relief in between. Claiming every allowable expense reduces taxable profit.

Does a company like Universal Communications Worldwide Limited need to register for VAT?

VAT registration is compulsory once taxable turnover passes £90,000 in any rolling 12 months. Many businesses register voluntarily to reclaim VAT on costs.

How much does an accountant cost for a limited company in London?

Fixed-fee accountants typically charge £60–£200 a month for a small limited company, covering year-end accounts, corporation tax and the confirmation statement.

Can directors of Universal Communications Worldwide Limited pay themselves in dividends?

Most small company directors take a low salary plus dividends. Dividends are paid from profits after corporation tax, with an annual £500 dividend allowance.

Filing history

  1. 6 Apr 2011 · GAZ2

    Gazette dissolved liquidation

  2. 6 Jan 2011 · 4.71

    Liquidation voluntary members return of final meeting

  3. 15 Dec 2010 · 4.68

    Liquidation voluntary statement of receipts and payments with brought down date

  4. 6 Jul 2010 · 4.68

    Liquidation voluntary statement of receipts and payments with brought down date

  5. 29 Mar 2010 · LIQ MISC

    Liquidation miscellaneous

  6. 4 Jan 2010 · 4.68

    Liquidation voluntary statement of receipts and payments with brought down date

  7. 1 Dec 2009 · 600

    Liquidation voluntary appointment of liquidator

  8. 1 Dec 2009 · LIQ MISC OC

    Liquidation court order miscellaneous

  9. 1 Dec 2009 · 4.40

    Liquidation voluntary cease to act as liquidator

  10. 10 Jul 2009 · 4.68

    Liquidation voluntary statement of receipts and payments with brought down date

  11. 24 Dec 2008 · 4.68

    Liquidation voluntary statement of receipts and payments with brought down date

  12. 2 Jul 2008 · 4.68

    Liquidation voluntary statement of receipts and payments with brought down date

  13. 6 Jul 2007 · 287

    Legacy

  14. 5 Jul 2007 · 4.70

    Liquidation voluntary declaration of solvency

  15. 5 Jul 2007 · RESOLUTIONS

    Resolutions

  16. 5 Jul 2007 · 600

    Liquidation voluntary appointment of liquidator

  17. 14 Apr 2007 · 353

    Legacy

  18. 19 Mar 2007 · 288b

    Legacy

  19. 19 Mar 2007 · 288a

    Legacy

  20. 10 Mar 2007 · 363s

    Legacy

Showing the latest 20 of 103 filings. See the full history on Companies House

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About Universal Communications Worldwide Limited

Universal Communications Worldwide Limited is a UK private limited company based in London, registered at Companies House as company number 02496598 since 27 Apr 1990. Its listed activities include advertising. This page brings together its public record — directors, registered office, nature of business and filing history — in one easy place.

Universal Communications Worldwide Limited filings and compliance

Every UK limited company must file annual accounts, a confirmation statement and a corporation tax return each year. Universal Communications Worldwide Limited has 103 filings on record. Keeping on top of these deadlines avoids automatic penalties from Companies House and HMRC, which start at £150 for late accounts.

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Universal Communications Worldwide Limited – frequently asked questions

What is the company number of Universal Communications Worldwide Limited?

Universal Communications Worldwide Limited is registered at Companies House under company number 02496598.

When was Universal Communications Worldwide Limited incorporated?

Universal Communications Worldwide Limited was incorporated on 27 Apr 1990 as a private limited company.

Who are the directors of Universal Communications Worldwide Limited?

Current officers are Louise Bean (secretary) and Philip James Erskine Perry (director).

What does Universal Communications Worldwide Limited do?

The company's registered nature of business (SIC) is 7440 – Advertising.

Where is Universal Communications Worldwide Limited registered?

The registered office address is Fisher Partners, Acre House, 11-15 William Road, London, NW1 3ER.

Is Universal Communications Worldwide Limited still trading?

According to its latest Companies House record the company status is dissolved. Its most recent filing was gazette dissolved liquidation on 6 Apr 2011.

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