Companies House Appoints Dr Ros Rivaz as Chair

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Published March 1st, 2026

Detected February 27th, 2026

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Ministers have confirmed the appointment of Dr Ros Rivaz as the new Chair of Companies House, effective March 1, 2026. She succeeds John Clarke and brings extensive leadership experience to guide the organization's transformation and support the government's transparency agenda.

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This document announces the appointment of Dr Ros Rivaz as the new Chair of Companies House, effective March 1, 2026. Dr Rivaz brings significant leadership experience from the public and private sectors, with a background in technology, digital transformation, and corporate governance. Her appointment is intended to support Companies House's ongoing transformation and its role in driving the UK's transparency agenda and enhancing trust and compliance, particularly in light of economic crime reforms.

This is an informational notice regarding a leadership change within a government agency. There are no immediate compliance obligations or deadlines for regulated entities. Compliance officers should note the emphasis on transparency and enhanced compliance as part of Companies House's strategic direction.

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Dr Ros Rivaz appointed as new Chair of Companies House

Ministers confirm that Dr Ros Rivaz will take on the role from 1 March.

From: Department for Business and Trade, Companies House and Blair McDougall MP Published 26 February 2026

Ministers have today (Thursday 26 February) confirmed that Dr Ros Rivaz has been appointed as the new Chair of Companies House. She will begin the role on 1 March, succeeding John Clarke who has been in post since March 2023.

Dr Rivaz brings extensive leadership experience across the public and private sectors. She currently holds board positions at several organisations including Anglian Water Services and Group, the chemicals company Victrex plc and specialised steel company Aperam SA. She has previously held a range of other board roles including serving as Chair of the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority.

Her career spanning senior roles in technology, digital transformation and corporate governance will provides valuable expertise that will benefit Companies House as it continues its transformation.

Supported by CEO Andy King and the ministerial team at the Department for Business and Trade, she will lead the Companies House Board as the organisation continues to drive forward the Government’s transparency agenda.

Incoming Companies House Chair Dr Ros Rivaz said:

I am delighted to be appointed as Chair of Companies House.

We stand at a pivotal moment—our shift to digital, together with the economic crime reforms, gives us the chance to further enhance trust, transparency and compliance.

Companies House now plays a critical role in safeguarding the UK’s corporate landscape, and our digital transformation will be the engine of stronger compliance.
Business Minister Blair McDougall said:

Ros has the vision and leadership experience to guide Companies House through its next chapter.

Her track record makes her ideally suited to deliver a Companies House that supports the government’s mission for growth and helps businesses to thrive.

I’d like to thank John Clarke for his dedicated service as Chair and wish him well for the future.