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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.
This guide refers to investigations by the Insolvency Service into companies that have entered into formal insolvency proceedings – which means administration, administrative receivership, voluntary and compulsory liquidatio…
Insolvency rules, regulations and orders
HMRC can open a compliance check into individual directors or companies to make sure the right amount of tax is being paid.
The principles agreed between the Secretary of State and the recognised professional bodies that authorise insolvency practitioners (IPs).
Intellectual property is the legal right associated with creations of the mind, e.g. artworks, inventions etc
This document contains information related to Company Directors Disqualification Act 1986 and failed companies.
This guide explains the role of the insolvency service in investigating phoenixism
Insolvency practitioner services
If your limited company is struggling, it may be possible to go into administration.
A moratorium gives companies formal breathing space for 20 business days from creditor action.
If you’re a limited company director and provide services to an ‘end client’ then you will encounter IR35 rules.
If your company is in difficulty, it's important to maintain good mental health.
How to apply for a licence to act as director, promote, form or manage a company if you are subject to UK director disqualification sanctions.
Insuring an insolvent's property.
Guidance on who may be called before the court for a private examination and the procedures involved.
Dealing with antecedent recoveries other than preferences and transactions at undervalue.
This chapter provides guidance on partnerships. It covers both general partnerships and limited partnerships but not limited liability partnerships (LLPs), which are covered in chapter 53.
Guidance about the financial assistance available from the Redundancy Payments Service for employers who are unable to pay their employees redundancy pay.
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