Office of the Regulator of Community Interest Companies (CIC Regulator)

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Office of the Regulator of Community Interest Companies (CIC Regulator)

The Office of the Regulator of Community Interest Companies (CIC Regulator) is the UK body responsible for deciding whether an organisation can become, and continue to operate as, a Community Interest Company (CIC). The Regulator provides guidance, support, and oversight to help social enterprises understand and meet CIC requirements.

About This Resource

This resource provides comprehensive guidance for anyone looking to establish, manage, or learn more about Community Interest Companies (CICs). It includes information on incorporating a CIC, filing annual reports and accounts, understanding the community interest test, and complying with CIC regulations.

Resources available include:

  • Setting up a Community Interest Company
  • Converting an existing organisation into a CIC
  • CIC constitutions and forms
  • Annual reporting requirements
  • Accounts filing guidance
  • Community benefit and asset lock requirements
  • Regulatory guidance and compliance information
  • Webinars, updates, and best practice resources for CICs

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