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The official receiver may use debt collection agencies to collect debts and income payments agreements.
MOD supplier payment performance, invoice processing and MOD contract payments.
This guidance explains what the Community Infrastructure Levy is and how it operates.
If you're owed money in a bankruptcy or company liquidation case, use a Proof of Debt form to register as a creditor and make a claim for the money you're owed
A company that enters formal insolvency will in many cases have outstanding debts.
This page provides links to guidance produced by, or relating to, the Insolvency Service
Help and advice including cost of living support, online calculators and tools, health related support and medical grants, utility support, savings and bank accounts.
Guidance for insolvency practitioners to help their clients restructure their company’s finances using a debt restructuring scheme or plan.
Even the best-run business can face unexpected challenges and solvency issues. It's important you recognise the signs and understand your duties as a director.
How your local council can help if you're struggling to pay Council Tax - and what action they can take to get any money you owe from you
Guidance on finding work, claiming benefits, managing debts and pensions if you’re being made redundant.
How to notify DWP to stop or restart deductions from benefits for fuel, water or rent arrears when a debtor starts or ends a ‘Breathing Space’.
Get contact details for official receivers in England and Wales
As changes to Debt Relief Orders come into force this week, we talk to the Insolvency Service’s Andrew Shore, who has overseen the change, to find out all you need to know.
Use this form to apply to the court to close or wind up a company if it can't pay its debts. This is also known as 'compulsory liquidation'.
Search for details of companies involved in insolvency proceedings, liquidation, frozen assets
Search the Individual Insolvency Register for details about bankruptcy orders, Debt Relief Orders, Individual Voluntary Arrangements, and restrictions orders and undertakings
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