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Universal Effects Ltd

Private limited company

1st Floor Burford Business Centre, 11 Burford Road, Stratford, London, E15 2ST

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06659217

Company number

29 Jul 2008

Incorporated

0

Active officers

31 Mar 2015

Last accounts made up to

Universal Effects Ltd company overview

Universal Effects Ltd is a private limited company registered with company number 06659217. It was incorporated on 29 Jul 2008 and dissolved on 10 May 2016 and its current status is dissolved.

The registered office is at 1st Floor Burford Business Centre, 11 Burford Road, Stratford, London, E15 2ST. The company has 0 active officers.

Universal Effects Ltd upcoming deadlines

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

Universal Effects Ltd at a glance

7 years

Years on the register

2,842 days from incorporation to closure

0

Active officers

Probe, Mark

40

Filings on record

Latest: 10 May 2016

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Filing health score

Company is dissolved

Directors of Universal Effects Ltd

Nature of business (SIC codes)

78200

Temporary employment agency activities

Allowable expenses for Universal Effects Ltd

Based on Universal Effects Ltd's SIC code (78200), these are typical tax-deductible expenses for a general business company. Claiming them lowers the profit you pay corporation tax on.

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 Effects Ltd

How much tax does a limited 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 Effects Ltd 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 Effects Ltd 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. 10 May 2016 · GAZ2(A)

    Gazette dissolved voluntary

  2. 24 Oct 2015 · SOAS(A)

    Dissolution voluntary strike off suspended

  3. 20 Oct 2015 · GAZ1(A)

    Gazette notice voluntary

  4. 8 Apr 2015 · AA

    Dormant accounts made up to 31 Mar 2015

  5. 17 Mar 2015 · GAZ1(A)

    Gazette notice voluntary

  6. 14 Mar 2015 · SOAS(A)

    Dissolution voluntary strike off suspended

  7. 29 Aug 2014 · SOAS(A)

    Dissolution voluntary strike off suspended

  8. 19 Aug 2014 · GAZ1(A)

    Gazette notice voluntary

  9. 3 Apr 2014 · AA

    Dormant accounts made up to 31 Mar 2014

  10. 21 Jan 2014 · SOAS(A)

    Dissolution voluntary strike off suspended

  11. 14 Jan 2014 · GAZ1(A)

    Gazette notice voluntary

  12. 8 Nov 2013 · AR01

    Annual return company with made up date full list shareholders

  13. 21 Jun 2013 · SOAS(A)

    Dissolution voluntary strike off suspended

  14. 18 Jun 2013 · GAZ1(A)

    Gazette notice voluntary

  15. 12 Apr 2013 · AA

    Dormant accounts made up to 31 Mar 2013

  16. 12 Dec 2012 · SOAS(A)

    Dissolution voluntary strike off suspended

  17. 4 Dec 2012 · GAZ1(A)

    Gazette notice voluntary

  18. 20 Nov 2012 · DS01

    Dissolution application strike off company

  19. 13 Nov 2012 · AP01

    Appoint person director company with name

  20. 13 Nov 2012 · TM01

    Termination director company with name

Showing the latest 20 of 40 filings. See the full history on Companies House

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About Universal Effects Ltd

Universal Effects Ltd is a UK private limited company based in London, registered at Companies House as company number 06659217 since 29 Jul 2008. Its listed activities include temporary employment agency activities. This page brings together its public record — directors, registered office, nature of business and filing history — in one easy place.

Universal Effects Ltd filings and compliance

Every UK limited company must file annual accounts, a confirmation statement and a corporation tax return each year. Universal Effects Ltd has 40 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 Effects Ltd – frequently asked questions

What is the company number of Universal Effects Ltd?

Universal Effects Ltd is registered at Companies House under company number 06659217.

When was Universal Effects Ltd incorporated?

Universal Effects Ltd was incorporated on 29 Jul 2008 as a private limited company.

Who are the directors of Universal Effects Ltd?

Current officers are Probe Consultancy Ltd (corporate secretary) and Mark Mitchell (director).

What does Universal Effects Ltd do?

The company's registered nature of business (SIC) is 78200 – Temporary employment agency activities.

Where is Universal Effects Ltd registered?

The registered office address is 1st Floor Burford Business Centre, 11 Burford Road, Stratford, London, E15 2ST.

Is Universal Effects Ltd still trading?

According to its latest Companies House record the company status is dissolved. Its most recent filing was gazette dissolved voluntary on 10 May 2016.

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