Companies Act 2006 - General Meetings: Sections 281-361 covering the fundamental rules for company meetings and resolutions, including procedures, notice requirements, and voting rights
Companies Act 2006 - Section 336: Specific requirements for public companies regarding annual general meetings, including timing and conduct
Companies Act 2006 - Sections 314-316: Regulations concerning members' rights to propose resolutions at AGMs and circulation of members' resolutions
Companies Act 2006 - Section 282: Definitions and requirements for ordinary and special resolutions, including voting thresholds
Articles of Association: Company's internal rulebook containing specific requirements for AGM procedures, voting mechanisms, and notice periods
UK Corporate Governance Code: Best practice guidelines for listed companies covering shareholder engagement and meeting conduct
FCA Listing Rules: Additional requirements for listed companies regarding shareholder meetings and information disclosure
Companies (Model Articles) Regulations 2008: Default articles of association providing standard rules for company meetings if not modified by company's own articles
Companies (Shareholders' Rights) Regulations 2009: Enhanced rights for shareholders in quoted companies, including participation in meetings and voting procedures
Notice Period Requirements: Statutory notice periods: 21 clear days for public companies, 14 days for private companies unless articles specify longer
Voting Requirements: Different thresholds for ordinary resolutions (simple majority) and special resolutions (75% majority)
Quorum Requirements: Minimum number of members required to be present for valid meeting as specified in articles or default rules
Record Keeping Requirements: Obligations to maintain proper minutes and records of all resolutions and proceedings at general meetings
