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Information for insolvency practitioners
The Third Parties (Rights Against Insurers) Act 2010 (the Act) modernises and simplifies the Third Parties (Rights against Insurers) Act 1930 and the Third Parties (Rights against Insurers) Act (Northern Ireland) 1930
This guide provides information on how insolvency practitioners are authorised and regulated in Great Britain
Insolvency and your limited company.
Putting a Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA) in place.
Employment law and insolvency
The Insolvency Service's commitment to our customers.
What you can consider doing if your company is in financial difficulty.
Calling and holding a public examination in court of a bankrupt or director under the insolvency legislation
Staying on top of finances is vital for small companies. A good accountant can help you do this and more.
If you’ve decided that setting up a company and becoming a director is the best way forward for your business, it’s important to know the rules involved.
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Guidance on the options for managing a company's insolvency.
Information on the disabilities and restrictions on undischarged bankrupts or individuals subject to bankruptcy restrictions order or who have given bankruptcy restriction undertaking. This is general guidance for Insolv…
Publication of information relating to insolvencies, including advertisement in the London Gazette and local newspapers
Information on dealing with applications for appeal, stay or rescission of a bankruptcy order or winding-up order. Includes information on orders protecting persons at risk of violence.
If your limited company is struggling, it may be possible to go into administration.
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