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Companies House · 06853673 Dissolved

Pritchard Defence Systems Limited

Private limited company

47 Butt Road, Colchester, Essex, CO3 3BZ

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06853673

Company number

20 Mar 2009

Incorporated

0

Active officers

31 Mar 2014

Last accounts made up to

Pritchard Defence Systems Limited company overview

Pritchard Defence Systems Limited is a private limited company registered with company number 06853673. It was incorporated on 20 Mar 2009 and dissolved on 2 Feb 2016 and its current status is dissolved.

The registered office is at 47 Butt Road, Colchester, Essex, CO3 3BZ. The company has 0 active officers. It was previously called Lifesaver Defence Systems Limited.

Pritchard Defence Systems Limited upcoming deadlines

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

Pritchard Defence Systems Limited at a glance

6 years

Years on the register

2,510 days from incorporation to closure

0

Active officers

Michael, Sally

39

Filings on record

Latest: 2 Feb 2016

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Filing health score

Company is dissolved

Directors of Pritchard Defence Systems Limited

Nature of business (SIC codes)

82990

Other business support service activities not elsewhere classified

Allowable expenses for Pritchard Defence Systems Limited

Based on Pritchard Defence Systems Limited's SIC code (82990), 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 Pritchard Defence Systems Limited

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 Pritchard Defence Systems 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 Essex?

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 Pritchard Defence Systems 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. 2 Feb 2016 · GAZ2(A)

    Gazette dissolved voluntary

  2. 17 Nov 2015 · GAZ1(A)

    Gazette notice voluntary

  3. 6 Nov 2015 · DS01

    Dissolution application strike off company

  4. 27 Jul 2015 · CERTNM

    Certificate change of name company

  5. 27 Jul 2015 · CONNOT

    Change of name notice

  6. 14 Apr 2015 · TM01

    Termination of appointment of Charles Beaupre Bell Clee as a director on 25 Mar 2015

  7. 14 Apr 2015 · TM01

    Termination of appointment of Ashton Hunt as a director on 12 Feb 2015

  8. 15 Sep 2014 · AA

    Total exemption small accounts made up to 31 Mar 2014

  9. 23 Jul 2014 · AR01

    Annual return company with made up date full list shareholders

  10. 11 Dec 2013 · AA

    Small accounts made up to 31 Mar 2013

  11. 3 Jul 2013 · AR01

    Annual return company with made up date full list shareholders

  12. 29 May 2013 · AR01

    Annual return company with made up date full list shareholders

  13. 2 Apr 2013 · CH01

    Director's details changed for Mrs Sally Ann Pritchard on 27 Feb 2013

  14. 2 Apr 2013 · CH01

    Director's details changed for Mr Michael William Pritchard on 27 Feb 2013

  15. 8 Oct 2012 · AA

    Small accounts made up to 31 Mar 2012

  16. 20 Sep 2012 · AP01

    Appoint person director company with name

  17. 18 Jun 2012 · AR01

    Annual return company with made up date full list shareholders

  18. 29 Feb 2012 · CH01

    Director's details changed for Mrs Sally Ann Pritchard on 13 Feb 2012

  19. 17 Feb 2012 · CH01

    Director's details changed for Mr Michael William Pritchard on 13 Feb 2012

  20. 14 Feb 2012 · SH02

    Capital alter shares subdivision

Showing the latest 20 of 39 filings. See the full history on Companies House

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About Pritchard Defence Systems Limited

Pritchard Defence Systems Limited is a UK private limited company based in Essex, registered at Companies House as company number 06853673 since 20 Mar 2009. Its listed activities include other business support service activities not elsewhere classified. This page brings together its public record — directors, registered office, nature of business and filing history — in one easy place.

Pritchard Defence Systems Limited filings and compliance

Every UK limited company must file annual accounts, a confirmation statement and a corporation tax return each year. Pritchard Defence Systems Limited has 39 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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Pritchard Defence Systems Limited – frequently asked questions

What is the company number of Pritchard Defence Systems Limited?

Pritchard Defence Systems Limited is registered at Companies House under company number 06853673.

When was Pritchard Defence Systems Limited incorporated?

Pritchard Defence Systems Limited was incorporated on 20 Mar 2009 as a private limited company.

Who are the directors of Pritchard Defence Systems Limited?

Current officers are Michael William Pritchard (director) and Sally Ann Pritchard (director).

What does Pritchard Defence Systems Limited do?

The company's registered nature of business (SIC) is 82990 – Other business support service activities not elsewhere classified.

Where is Pritchard Defence Systems Limited registered?

The registered office address is 47 Butt Road, Colchester, Essex, CO3 3BZ.

Is Pritchard Defence Systems Limited still trading?

According to its latest Companies House record the company status is dissolved. Its most recent filing was gazette dissolved voluntary on 2 Feb 2016.

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