Ryan Dean Baldock Disqualified as Director
The Companies House register records that Ryan Dean Baldock has been disqualified from acting as a company director for a period of three years, running from 27 August 2026 until 26 August 2029. The disqualification was imposed by court order at Cardiff Magistrates Court on 6 August 2026 under section 5 of the Company Directors Disqualification Act 1986 (disqualification on summary conviction).
Disqualification details
| Field | Public Register Entry |
| --- | --- |
| Registered Name | Ryan Dean BALDOCK |
| Nationality | English |
| Date of Birth | Not stated in the published source |
| Disqualification Type | Court Order |
| Heard On | 6 August 2026 |
| Effective From | 27 August 2026 |
| Effective Until | 26 August 2029 |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Court | Cardiff Magistrates Court |
| Case Reference | CR710334025 |
| Statutory Basis | Company Directors Disqualification Act 1986 (s.5 - summary conviction) |
| Named Companies | 03834707 LIMITED |
Companies named on the register
The public register entry lists one company against this record:
The entry on the official register confirms the statutory record and case details filed by Companies House.
Disqualification under section 5 of the CDDA 1986
Section 5 of the Company Directors Disqualification Act 1986 empowers magistrates' courts to make a disqualification order where an individual is convicted of a summary offence connected with the promotion, formation, management, liquidation or striking off of a company, or with the receiver or manager of a company's property.
Under section 5, the maximum period of disqualification that a magistrates' court can order is five years. Acting as a director or taking part in the management of a company while subject to a disqualification order without leave of the court is a criminal offence under section 13 of the Act, carrying potential imprisonment or financial penalties.
What this means for lenders, suppliers and counterparties
When an individual receives a court-ordered disqualification, commercial counterparties and credit risk teams must evaluate existing and prospective relationships to ensure statutory compliance:
1. Board Structure Verification: Check whether the disqualified individual holds active directorships or secretarial roles across associated entities.
2. Management Restrictions: Ensure the individual does not act as a shadow director or take part in executive management without court permission.
3. Insolvency & Debt Exposure: Corporate entities connected to disqualified officers should be screened using a winding up search to identify pending petitions or insolvency proceedings.
Due diligence checklist for risk managers
When reviewing executive appointments or undertaking counterparty due diligence, follow this decision framework:
1. Official Register Check: Search the official register of disqualified directors via Companies House or the daily disqualification list.
2. Cross-Directorship Analysis: Review all current and past directorships for shared registered addresses, officers, or corporate control.
3. Insolvency Screening: Run a dedicated winding up petition search across corporate entities to identify creditor petitions or court actions.
4. Automated Monitoring: Set up free company monitoring to receive immediate daily alerts on filing changes, officer resignations, or statutory notices.
How corporate intelligence workflows streamline verification
Traditionally, credit managers and solicitors verify director status by manually searching multiple portals, querying Companies House registers, searching The Gazette, and contacting the court or the Insolvency Service. This manual workflow is fragmented and risks missing recent orders or court proceedings.
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For conveyancers, lawyers and lenders
Corporate transactions, commercial lending, and high-value contracts require strict director and company screening prior to completion or credit approval. Failing to identify a disqualified director or an unrecorded management involvement risks severe regulatory non-compliance, contract unenforceability, and credit loss. Incorporating routine director checks and a winding up search during client onboarding and pre-completion due diligence protects firms against counterparty default and legal risk.
FAQ
What is the statutory ground for a section 5 disqualification?
Section 5 of the Company Directors Disqualification Act 1986 applies when a person is convicted of a summary offence in connection with the promotion, formation, management, liquidation, or striking off of a company.
Can a disqualified director act as a company secretary or manager?
No. A disqualified individual cannot act as a director, company secretary, receiver, or directly or indirectly take part in the promotion, formation, or management of a company without specific leave from the court.
How long does a section 5 disqualification last?
Under section 5 of the Act, a magistrates' court may impose a disqualification for a maximum period of five years. In this instance, the register records a period of three years.
Where can professionals verify current disqualifications?
Disqualifications are published on the official Companies House register and can be tracked daily via Corp Intel's company search platform.
Disclaimer
This report summarises an entry on the Companies House register of disqualified directors. It states only what the public register records and makes no further allegation. Anyone believing an entry is reported incorrectly should email contact@corp-intel.co.uk.