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The functions of a trustee or liquidator

An overview of the role of the trustee or liquidator in a bankruptcy or a company liquidation.

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We can give you information about processes administered or regulated by the Insolvency Service. This includes bankruptcy, debt relief orders and company liquidations.

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Published 12 January 2016
Last updated 6 April 2017 + show all updates
  1. Amendments relating to the Insolvency (England and Wales) Rules 2016.

  2. Updated to reflect changes to fees

  3. Correction made to payment of a trustee or liquidator

  4. First published.