Prior to the financial crisis, SPVs were considered far too flexible and a tightening up on the regulations and governance in the ensuing years has gone a long way to making them more viable.

• They provide the chance for investors to access opportunities that wouldn’t normally be available.
• They can protect the core parts of a business by reducing the risk from the asset that has an SPV applied to it.
• It can help reduce red tape and make the transfer of assets much easier and quicker.

There are of course risks associated with employing an SPV – there could be an impact on reputation and risks to funds and liquidity that need to be taken into account. Having said that, many more corporations and businesses see the benefits of setting up this kind of arrangement.

Why would you need an SPV Company?

With current regulations there are numerous ways in which an SPV can be used. Essentially, it’s a temporary legal entity that is used to perform a specific task. For example, an SPV may be created by an investment bank or insurance company and is designed to reduce a particular risk or protect a singular entity.

In the past, SPVs have been used a lot for securitisation for loans and assets such as property. It was a big aspect in the subprime property market in the US where risky debt was pushed into securities that investors were likely to find more attractive.

You can use a SPV to handle the transfer of an asset that would be difficult to get rid of within the structure of an entire company. This makes it a self-contained package which can be more easily disposed of.

If you want to start a new venture but don’t want your existing business to be at risk, it can be financed by using an SPV. It can mean certain investors can put money into a specific venture while others can stay out of the loop. This is being increasingly used for large infrastructure costs such as building stadiums or office blocks.

The SPV can protect the main company from any adverse conditions, particularly isolating the financial risk of an acquisition or venture. This is perhaps the most controversial aspect of the SPV and there have been high court challenges over its suitability in cases such as these.

Finally, SPVs can, in some circumstances be used to gain more favourable financing. Because the entity is separate from the parent company, any lender will look at the assets of this rather than of the company as a whole.

The Benefits of SPVs

• A single entity can be owned by multiple partners and transferred to a SPV making it easier to transfer between interested parties.
• It cuts down on red tape that would have to be handled if the asset was held within the main company.
• The whole process can take place very quickly and give business owners more room to manoeuvre in as little as 24 hours.
• The documentation for a SPV can be tailored to prevent certain transactions or unauthorised behaviour that protects the entity.
• There are potential tax benefits to using SPVs
• Liability can also be limited if the SPV involves something that may risk the integrity of the holding company.

There are also some pretty big risks associated with using SPVs. First and foremost, the lack of transparency can make it difficult to track multiple SPVs which can lead to mistakes. There is also the prospect of reputational risk if things go wrong for the sponsoring company. There can be liquidity risks associated with SPVs as well as risk to equity if a large asset is held in a SPV.

With the high profile cases of Enron and Lehman Brothers in recent times, the regulations and governance surround SPVs has come under increasing scrutiny. That includes improving reporting capability and having appropriate oversight, particularly for large corporations who could well employ several different SPVs at any one time. Better regulation and simpler models would also help.

Having said that, off-balance models such as SPVs will continue to play an important role in financing projects and providing investment opportunities. Changes to the current regulatory framework will have an impact and how banks use them in the future and how well the parameters for safe implementation are put in place are going to be key factors.

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We have learnt over our 40 years of forming companies is that in times of economic difficulty we see an increase in new businesses being set up. For many reasons from the founders losing their jobs or because opportunities and business ideas often arise out of challenging times. As a company formation agent, we are the first point of call for many successful businesses, it is something we are very proud of!

In Now a Good Time to Start a Business?

Eric Reis, author of the Lean Start-Up says “The best time to be an entrepreneur is when everyone is running for the exits. So yeah, it’s about to be a great time to be an entrepreneur,” as quoted on CNBC last week

Right now with the lockdown there are many reports of changing behaviours; increased online shopping, increased DIY and gardening, increased online communications. All areas that will require new supply chains and products and services for the end consumer.

Tammy Owens founder of the Anywhere Agency a network of almost 50 marketing and business development entrepreneurs has witnessed first hand the same trend.

“The world seemed to stall for a few weeks while everyone took stock of the new normal. However, in the last couple of weeks, we have been getting calls from quite a few individuals who are looking for advice on marketing their new businesses. We’ve seen a combination of drivers, including people losing their original revenue streams, those looking to solve a problem caused by the virus and those who are considering new innovations.

Apparently, when Sir Isaac Newton had to quarantine from the bubonic plague, he came up with the theory of gravity. Putting the challenges of our current times aside for a moment, it is going to be fascinating to see what enterprises come from the whole world sitting down for a few weeks and having a rethink.”

Ten Good Reasons to Start Your Own Business Now:

1. Be in control of your own destiny
2. There is very little work out there and lots of people who are looking for work, create your own
3. Use the extra time you have – from not socialising, not commuting, not travelling – and put it to good use
4. Create a type of business which is designed to be robust in the new scenarios we find ourselves in
5. If you have thought of a solution to a problem, there are likely to be others that need it
6. Buyer behaviour will be disrupted so customers will be more ready to try new things and switch to your products and services
7. In the near future, as the government tries to re-stimulate the economy, there are likely to be support programmes to help you
8. Because, hard work though it may be, it’s a lot easier to set up a small business than you think (especially with Company Formations 24.7 )
9. Think about your ideal life in the future, build a business structure to support it
10. If you don’t do it now, when are you going to do it?

Help Starting a Business

So you are still reading which means you are serious about starting a business what do you need to do?

You need to sketch out a business plan. Business plans evolve over time so don’t worry about how detailed it needs to be at the start.

Key considerations include:

1. Outline your service or product
2. Who is your target market and how are you going to reach them
3. What is the competition, how will you compete on price, product or service
4. What do you need to start your business, equipment, website, people
5. How will you finance your business including initial start-up costs and monthly running costs or cash flow

Setting Up Your Business

Now you have your plan in mind, you need to get your business off the ground. The first step is to pick a name and register as a company at Companies House. This we can help you with, you can start with our free business name check tool on our website, simply enter your name ideas and it will tell you if they are available or not. We have some articles on company name restrictions you may want to check out.

Next, you have to choose your company type. If you intend to make profits out of your company you will choose a Private Ltd company. Other options are LLP – Limited partnership, companies that are suited to a partnership structure is you are lawyers or accountants. Or Limited By Guarantee (LBG) if you are intending your company to be a not-for-profit charity or community project.

Then simply pick a pack and our company formation order form will walk you through registering your new company. If you are intending to be the sole shareholder of your new business you will just need your information. If there will be another shareholder or director of your company you will need some identifying information. Don’t worry if you don’t have this to hand that’s ok. You can save the order and come back and complete it when you have the information.

When it’s complete, our business formation specialists will check your company details and then send them off to Companies House. Then you will receive your unique company number.

Once you have your company number its time to start and put your plan in action. You can open a business bank account, start to employee people, apply for start-up loans and more.

Start A Business With No Money

It really is possible to start a business on a shoestring if you can minimise your costs. For starters, you can work from home. You can ask family members to help with money to start the company. You can use social media channels for your marketing. There are also some great free website builder tools available such as WordPress and Wix. For content marketing, we all have a sister, brother or nephew who is a whizz at Instagram or Facebook!

We started Company Formations 24.7 to help companies get started at an affordable cost and with ongoing company support. If you form your company with us, we will help keep your company compliant with friendly filing reminders and updates. You can also check out some great deals with our partners to help with other matters; such as a free month of accounting, a free web domain, bank accounts with cashback.

Still not ready to start your business? We have a heap of handy guides for the budding business owner here: Guides to Setting Up and Running a Company

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3-month accounts filing extension to their filing deadline is a joint initiative between the government and Companies House. This extension will lighten the compliance burden on the entrepreneur and mean they can prioritise managing the impact of Coronavirus. You can find out how to apply for the extension and appeal a fine in this article.

Companies House have been working hard to try and help businesses as much as possible during this period of COVID-19 restrictions. Their first initiative was to give companies a lengthy (3 month) extension to file their accounts to prevent companies from being liable for penalties during this period. Companies House have now clarified the measures they have put in place to manage extensions granted for the filing of late accounts.

Companies House 3 Month COVID-19 Filing Extension

All businesses will be able to apply for a 3-month accounts filing extension to file their accounts. All companies who apply for an extension as a result of COVID-19 will automatically be granted the extension. They will not be needing to provide evidence.

Companies House Late Filing Penalty Appeals and Penalty Payment Options

Companies House have now announced that when a company files their accounts after the filing deadline a late filing penalty will be automatically applied.

The Registrar has put in place extended measures to help companies who have been issued with late filing notices.  The Registrar is not however able to prevent a notice being issued to your company.

COVID 19 will be treated as an exceptional circumstance. Your company will need to appeal against the late filing notice in order for the appeal to be considered. Appeals will be treated on a case by case basis and the Registrar cannot guarantee all appeals will be upheld.

How to appeal for a late filing penalty online

Appeals for late filing penalties can now be made online in minutes at Companies House. You will need to create an account if you have not already got one. You will also need the following information to hand to complete the form.

• Your unique company number
• Your online filing authentication code
• The company’s penalty reference
• The reason for the appeal – cite your company’s COVID-19 issues

You can follow the link below to start the appeal:

https://beta.companieshouse.gov.uk/appeal-a-penalty/

If a late filing penalty occurred on or after 30 March 2020, you may be able to pay your late filing penalty online. You can find a link to the online service on the penalty notice.  If your penalty occurred before 30 March 2020, or if your have multiple penalties, a part paid penalty or a penalty under an instalment plan, payment should be made by BACS instead.

You can find Further information here –

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/late-filing-penalties/late-filing-penalties

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Companies House Update

Companies House has also implemented Work from Home measures and we can still form companies as per usual, with the exception of the same day service, which is unavailable until further notice.

Companies House have also just announced that as of 25th March 2020, businesses will be able to apply for a 3-month extension on filing their accounts. All companies who apply for an extension as a result of COVID-19 will automatically be granted the extension without needing to provide evidence. Further information can be found here.

Apostille & Legalisation Services

We are currently unable to provide Apostille and Legalisation services as the Foreign and Commonwealth Office has stopped legalising documents as from the Prime Minister’s speech of the 23^rd March 2020.

Company Formations 247 Service Update

We will continue to provide our company services as per usual however we ask for your understanding and support with the following.

• Hard copy documents may take longer than usual to be received in the post; please make us aware at the time of placing an order if anything is particularly urgent, or if you would like digital copies.
• Please email queries, rather than phone, to the relevant department where possible, and your contact will respond as soon as possible.

We will continue to update you should any of our services change, in particular where we are dependent on Companies House.

Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you need advice on any of our services.

We sincerely hope you are keeping well in this disquieting time.

Kind Regards

Marc Labelda
Divisional Managing Director

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Are you thinking about paying dividends to shareholders? You might also be considering how to pay different types of dividends to your employees or family members compared to your own dividends. This can be achieved by creating different classes of shares for different types of shareholders. We can draft these for you in your company articles of association.

Company Formations 24.7 have received a number of enquiries on this subject and our experienced company secretarial team are ready to support you in implementing any changes required to your company documents to ensure you can pay dividends to your employees or family members before the start of the new financial year.

Multiple share classes

Most standard articles of association offer one share class to shareholders. Voting rights are all equal and dividends paid out are in proportion to the shares held.

However, as a business owner you may want to pay your employees or family members dividends to reward them as your company grows and evolves. To achieve this your articles of association will need to contain the correct provisions which allow multiple share classes, with the most common form being alphabet shares.

Alphabet shares and why use them

Alphabet shares, allows us to allocate shares with different classes to your employees or family members. We will label each share class using a specific letter e.g. “A”, “B”, “C” etc. Companies with alphabet shares can give different rights to different shareholders and pay different amounts of dividends.

For example, we can allocate your employee’s with ‘A’ shares which will entitle them to a small yearly dividend based on profit.

You can then allocate family members ‘b’ shares which have bigger dividend rights. They might also be able to vote on important company decisions, such as appointing a director.

You should be aware that if your company’s articles of association don’t identify the rights attached to each class of share, then they will be ranked equally.

How to set up alphabet shares

A company’s articles of association will need to be amended to allow alphabet shares to be implemented. You will first need a special shareholders’ resolution which will permit a change in your articles of association. We can then create the new share class in your articles with the bespoke rights.

Why use our company secretarial services

Company Formations 24.7 company secretarial team can help amend and redraft your company articles of association.

With a wealth of experience spanning over 40 years and working with not only accounting firms but law firms.  You can rely on our expertise and competitive pricing to provide you with quality company secretarial service.

If you have any questions about paying dividends to shareholders please contact our qualified company secretarial team. A member of our talented team will be on hand to guarantee you have all the support you require to satisfy your needs.

Contact our secretarial team now on 0207 554 2261 or email our team here.

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Customer service has gotten better over the last ten to fifteen years because of the rise of the internet and social media, allowing us to communicate more quickly and efficiently than ever before. That includes making complaints. Big businesses have begun to understand that they can no longer settle for second best when it comes to customer service.

While these big corporations will spend hundreds of thousands on their customer help departments, small businesses generally have less budget to devote in this area. That doesn’t mean, however, that your small company can’t be a big player when it comes to customer service.

Many businesses make the mistake of looking at customer service as purely a problem-solving activity. Because of this they spend far too little time in developing it and making the most of the assets it provides. 

The benefits of good customer service

It helps distinguish you from your competitors. People buy from people – it’s an old business and sales adage that has worked well over the years. If your customer service has a helpful, friendly face, consumers are going to appreciate it. If your competitors are not delivering a high level of customer service, putting it top of your agenda is a very good idea

People talk about good service. While consumers are more likely to rant and rave about a poor level of service, they are also just as likely to recommend good service to their friends and family. Introducing a competent support ethos can help bring in more potential customers

It’s a great way to engage with consumers. Any business should be talking to its customers. You can learn a lot from a helpline call if you just take the time to engage. You can find out what’s wrong, of course, but you can also discover what customers like about the way you do business and what they’d like to see change

People are more likely to come back if you’ve been helpful. It goes without saying that if you provide a high level of service, your customers are likely to return. Being nice and helpful to customers is also an inexpensive way to promote your business

How bad customer service will break your company

Bad news travels fast. Much faster than all those good things about your business that you hope potential customers will notice. If you make a customer angry or don’t deliver to their expectations, they are often more likely to tell their friends.

Nowadays, of course, they are also quite likely to take to social media and tell everyone in their circle that you’ve upset them. That means your reputation could be going south in just a few minutes and the couple of clicks of a button it takes to send a damaging Tweet or Facebook post.

There’s no doubt that the advent of greater connectivity online has caused big changes in the world of customer service. Type in the handle of one the big companies like Virgin or British Gas and complain online and you’ll soon get a reply from them offering to help. That’s because controlling what is said about your brand is vitally important and the big companies know this.

The dangers of automation

Putting in an effective customer service is not only about training your staff properly but keeping an eye out on various online channels such as social media. That can take a lot of time and effort and there’s always the temptation to automate the process, at least for the initial contact. Automation, and the complex algorithms used, has become increasingly sophisticated but you still have to be careful how you use it.

Several small businesses, and some larger corporations, have been caught out by sending multiple messages saying the same thing to their customers. When it appears on your timeline and consumers see numerous posts that say exactly the same thing, it looks and feels like automation. That’s not good for your business.

Customer service is a state of mind

It’s safe to say, some companies do customer service better than others. A lot of it is about making sure your staff have that helpful ethos which makes a good impression. That comes from choosing the right employees but also making sure they are well trained. This is particularly important for small businesses where getting it wrong can have devastating effects.

Good customer service has been shown to help many businesses retain customers. If you look at it more than just a problem-solving exercise and the possibilities it has for marketing your business you soon begin to see the benefits. It provides an ongoing discussion direct with your customer about your brand and your products for a start – what could be more useful than that?

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On the death of a sole shareholder, what happens to their company? In this article, we take a look at why you need to be prepared for this with the right company documents. Company Formations 24.7 provide up to date articles with every company we form that can help avoid certain unplanned situations. Our company secretarial team can also review existing articles to ensure they are up to date and fit for purpose.

What are articles of association, and why does a company need them?

The articles of association are written rules agreed by the shareholder(s). The articles will include details about the management of the company, legal responsibility and internal management affairs. This information will also outline rules affecting certain decisions that affect the company and the role of shareholders and directors in those decisions. There is a standard form of Model Articles that can be used, but these are widely considered as inadequate and many companies have their own rules built upon the Model Articles.

What happens to the day to day running of a company if a sole director dies

The primary concern is what will happen to the control and day-to-day running of the company. In most instances company bank accounts are set up so that only a director can authorise payments from the bank, this might include salaries, rent payments and utilities. With that sole director no longer around these critical bills will not be paid, the company will not be able to continue until a new director signatory is appointed.

The company will also be in breach of its statutory requirement to have at least one natural director at all times (s155 Companies Act 2006).

Company ownership if a sole shareholder dies

On the death of a sole shareholder dies the shares automatically pass to the deceased’s personal representatives also known as the estate executors. The voting rights of the deceased’s shares will be suspended until their estate is settled and the executors (or estate administrator’s if there was no will) transfer the deceased’s shares to their new owners.

The importance of reviewing your articles of association

The executor’s rights to transfer the shares are dependent on the particular company’s articles of association. Companies Act 2006 brought in new clauses in the model articles to help the transfer of control of a company if a sole director were to pass away without special provisions.

The executor’s rights to transfer the shares are dependent on the particular company’s articles of association. Companies Act 2006 brought in new clauses in the model articles to help the transfer of control of a company if a sole director were to pass away without special provisions.

Article 17(2) “In any case where as a result of death, the company has no shareholders and no directors, the personal representatives of the last shareholder to have died have the right, by notice in writing to appoint a person to be a director.”

Problems will arise if your company was incorporated prior to 2006 and you have not had its articles updated. Older articles require that share transfers must be approved by a director or an appointed company secretary. Without a living director or an appointed company secretary, the deceased’s personal representative must seek a court order to appoint a new director to approve the share transfer.

Our company secretarial team can review your company articles for you and ensure they have the correct provisions for your company circumstances so that in the event of death the beneficiaries of the estate do not need to go through a costly and stressful court ruling to maintain the company.

Get in touch if you would like to speak to us about reviewing your articles of association or having special provisions drafted. Our Company Secretarial department can discuss your specific needs and advise you on special drafting requirements.

Tel: 0808 168 3676

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The government in September 2019 reached an agreement to delay domestic reverse charge VAT for building and construction services until October 2020.

VAT charge for construction services for most work on houses and flats by builders and similar trades like plumbers, plasterers and carpenters is charged at the standard rate of 20%. There are reduced rates of zero rate VAT and 5% VAT if the work being supplied meets certain conditions:

Zero rate VAT

• building a new house or flat,
• working on the homes of disabled people.

Reduced rate VAT – 5%

• installing energy saving products and certain work for people over 60
• converting a building into a house or flats or from one residential use to another
• renovating an empty house or flat
• home improvements to a domestic property on the Isle of Man

We have a special company formation pack that includes VAT registration and a month’s accountancy services for only £39.99. Register your construction company today here!

Domestic Reverse Charge VAT for building and construction

From the 1st October 2020, a major change to the way VAT is collected in the building and construction sector will come into effect. The change, called the VAT domestic reverse charge moves the onus on paying the VAT to HMRC from the supplier to the client receiving the service. The new reverse charge applies between businesses in the construction supply chain and not to the end/final consumer.

The principle aim of the new VAT reverse charge is to combat missing trader fraud, where VAT charged to a customer is not reported and paid over to HMRC. It is hoped that this will to stop fraud worth over £100 million per annum.

What type of building works are affected by VAT reverse charges?

The type of work which will fall within the reverse charge includes construction, alteration, repair, extension and demolition of buildings. It also applies to works that form part of the land, like roads, railways, sewers and coastal defences. It will also cover the installation of systems for heating, ventilation, drainage and preparatory services. Services that will not be affected include architect services and the manufacture of building components, materials and plant.

Will the new VAT domestic reverse charge affect a company’s VAT threshold?

The VAT reverse charges do not mean that construction subcontractors can avoid being VAT registered where they do not meet the threshold. The rules regarding VAT registration remain the same as any other sector (currently £85,000 turnover per annum) and they must still issue a VAT invoice stating they are subject to the reverse charge.

These changes add a new burden to those in the construction industry to ensure they do not pay VAT to a subcontractor in circumstances where they should be reverse charging. This responsibly should be taken seriously as the financial implications of paying this VAT over to HMRC at a later date would be significant. The construction contractor will also need to know whether they are dealing with the final customer because the reverse charge only applies between businesses in the construction supply chain and not to the end/final consumer.

If you are unsure about any of the changes, you should speak to a tax advisor or accountant to clarify your situation.

Our preferred accounting partner is Cobia accountants, we have a special introductory offer for our clients of a free accountant callback to answer your questions and a free month of their services, so you can try before you buy!

Simply check the box when you form your company and they will contact you. Alternatively, call or email our customer support and they can arrange the callback for you:

Call us free on 0808 168 3676 or email us at info@companyformations247.co.uk

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April 2019 saw HMRC introduce the much talked about Making Tax Digital on VAT.

This doesn’t have to be overwhelming though and Company Formations 247 have partnered with Cobia Accounting to take the stress away from you.

Making Tax Digital (MTD) makes it mandatory for VAT registered businesses above the £85k threshold to keep records and submit VAT returns digitally through compatible software.

We have partnered with Xero as an accounting software provider. Xero is listed by HMRC as providing software that is compatible with MTD for VAT to ensure that all your obligations are met and much much more!  If you form a company with us you will be given the option to sign up for Xero for free.

Features of the Xero software include a VAT overview, extra reports, the ability to post VAT adjustments and submit in real time to HMRC. Our accountancy partner Cobia Accounting will explain all this to you in your free introductory session. When you form a company with us you will automatically get a free month trial with Cobia accounting.

You will even receive your own personal accountant to help guide you through this. In addition to supporting you through all of your accounting needs.

To find out more about the range of accounting packages Cobia can offer you contact us today at info.accounting@cobia-uk.com or call 01582 390100.

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With so many business bank accounts to choose from, how do you know which bank is best when you register your new limited company?

When it comes to choosing the right business bank account during your limited company formation, it’s vital that you pick a bank which suits your business needs best. With so many different banks to choose from, and all offering different benefits and levels of support along the way, no two bank accounts are the same.

At its most basic, your business bank account will enable you to receive and make payments. However, there is often the need for additional services, which could end up costing you more or less depending on who you decide to bank with.

As a company formations agent we know choosing a bank is a difficult task when registering your limited company. That’s why we have picked and highlighted the benefits of three of our favourite banks for you to consider below. Whether you decide to do your banking with a high street bank, or prefer the flexibility of a challenger bank, there’s something sure to suit your business and its needs.

All three of our favourite business bank accounts below offer cashback when you go through our easy four-step company formation process and select the bank account of your choice at checkout. To discover more about our company formation process and to select one of the business bank accounts click the link below:

Limited company formation in four easy steps

Lloyds Bank Business Current Account

Simple every day banking that allows you to focus on what you do best – running your business.

• 18 Months FREE day-to-day business banking
• 90% Approval rate on loan and overdraft applications
• Voted “Business Bank of the Year” for the past 14 years.
• UK-based management team on hand to offer guidance and support
• Extensive online resources including business guides

Cashplus Business Account

Named top Challenger Bank of 2017, Cashplus is designed for small businesses by people who know what it’s like to run a small business.

100% Approval guaranteed once you have been verified

• Instant account number and sort code, ready to use.
• No barriers or credit checks when you open your account
• No hidden monthly fees, and just £69 annually.
• UK-based customer service team

Tide Business Account

A banking service designed for growing businesses and freelancers.

• Receive your account number and sort code in as little as five minutes
• Instant access of up to £15,000 with flexible access and no hidden costs
• No monthly fees and just 20p for transfers
• Card control: Order free team cards and manage them all via the Tide app
• Quick invoicing which means you can create and pay invoices anytime, anywhere via the app with just a tap

If you are ready to register a company and would like to take advantage of one of the above business bank accounts click here.

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