Companies House Appoints Dr Ros Rivaz as Chair

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Published March 1st, 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.