The Companies Act 2006 ("CA 2006") introduces the concept of "model form" articles rather than Table A articles.
The new standard articles have been drafted to cover the basic procedures and protocols for issues such as directors' responsibilities, share allotments and transfers, dividends, conduct of meetings, and liability. The model articles replace Table A, which was adopted under the 1985 Act.
Whilst companies will still be able to adopt Table A articles after 1 October 2009 we anticipate that most companies will want to take advantage of the new "model form" articles.