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Dealing with after-acquired property where a bankrupt acquires property during the period of their bankruptcy
This document contains information related to Company Directors Disqualification Act 1986 and failed companies.
Guidance on the options for managing a company's insolvency.
Update: 23 February 2018 - Information for employees, sub-contractors, creditors and suppliers of Carillion in liquidation
Companies become insolvent for a variety of reasons. What happens next will depend on the individual circumstances involved.
Staying on top of finances is vital for small companies. A good accountant can help you do this and more.
How you start a limited company.
Insolvency and your limited company.
Reusing a company name is prohibited and subject to specific restrictions.
Banking facilities for insolvency practitioners. This page links to the online application.
Guidance on second or subsequent bankruptcies.
Dealing with a Debt Relief Order (DRO) including application process
Guidance on requiring and submission of statements of affairs and further accounts.
Dealing with a failure to co-operate by company officers, partners and bankrupts.
Dealing with antecedent recoveries other than preferences and transactions at undervalue.
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…
What you can consider doing if your company is in financial difficulty.
Information on carrying out inspections of trading and domestic premises and tracing inspections
If you’re a limited company director and provide services to an ‘end client’ then you will encounter IR35 rules.
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
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