Employment Rights Act 2025
Major UK Employment Law Changes Are Coming: What Employers Need to Know for 2026 to 2027The upcoming two years will see some of the most significant shifts in UK employment law in over a decade. Following the introduction of the Employment Rights Act 2025, which was...
Navigating Waterfall Payments in Business Insolvency – Update January 2026
When a company enters liquidation, one question always comes up early: who gets paid, and in what order? The answer lies in what insolvency practitioners call the “waterfall of payments”. It’s not a metaphor dreamed up for drama. It’s a statutory payment order that...
Understanding the UK Debt Recovery Process: How We Work
Recovering unpaid debts can be a complex and time-sensitive process, whether you're dealing with unpaid invoices from individuals, businesses, or international clients. The First Step: Letter Before Action (LBA) Every debt recovery process begins with a Letter Before...
Phoenix Companies: Understanding and Avoiding Abuse
Phoenix companies are entities that emerge following the insolvency of a predecessor company, often with the same directors and a similar business model. While the practice is not inherently illegal, it can be misused to evade liabilities, leaving creditors unpaid and...
Cyber Alert: What the Jaguar Land Rover Attack Teaches Us About Supply-Chain Risk
In recent weeks, Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) fell victim to a crippling cyberattack that ultimately forced a near-total shutdown of its UK manufacturing operations. While the headlines focus on the dramatic impact to vehicle production, what this incident most starkly...
The Role of Alternative Dispute Resolution in Civil Debt Claims
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) plays an increasingly central role in the resolution of civil debt claims. As the civil courts in England and Wales face sustained pressure on judicial resources, parties are encouraged—and in some instances, expected—to resolve...
Updated Insolvency Code of Ethics: Key Changes for Practitioners
From 1 October 2025, the revised Insolvency Code of Ethics comes into force, approved by the Joint Insolvency Committee in collaboration with the ICAEW, ICAS, and IPA. The update brings the UK’s ethical standards into alignment with the 2024 International Ethics...
Mental Health First Aid: Building a Healthier, More Resilient Workforce
In today's challenging business environment, mental health has become a critical workplace issue that can no longer be overlooked. For organisations across construction, manufacturing, and professional services, Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training isn't just a...
Re-using a Company Name After Liquidation: What Directors Need to Know About Section 216
Re-using a Company Name After Liquidation: What Directors Need to Know About Section 216Liquidation is never easy. When a business can’t meet its debts, directors are left facing tough decisions-and sometimes unexpected legal pitfalls. One of the biggest traps is...
s423 Insolvency Act ruling
Supreme Court Clarifies Scope of Section 423 Insolvency Act 1986: A Victory for CreditorsIn a recent landmark decision, the Supreme Court has provided significant clarification on the scope of section 423 of the Insolvency Act 1986, reinforcing protections for...
