Is ignorance bliss? Why it is important for directors to document their actions if concerned they are insolvent.

It is important for directors to document their actions at insolvency.
Directors must comply with their duties as stated in the Companies Act 2006. Failure to do so can have serious consequences.
Dependency on benefits in UK hits an all-time high, whilst insolvencies in December 2022 were 32% higher than December 2021 and 76% higher than pre-pandemic.

Insolvencies in December 2022 were 32% higher than December 2021 and 76% higher than pre-pandemic.
Antony Batty, Licensed Insolvency Practitioner comments on these figures which have their roots in the Pandemic.
Reduced energy bill support could affect 25% of small businesses

Reduced energy bill support could affect 25% of small businesses
What can affected businesses do if Insolvency looms as a result? A Members’ Voluntary Liquidation is one option. Talk to us about how to withdraw your company monies in a tax efficient way via Business Asset Disposal Relief.
As Antony Batty & Company celebrates 25 years in business we look back at what has changed since 1997.

As we celebrate 25 years in business, we look back at what has changed since 1997.
Stephen Evans, former Licensed Insolvency Practitioner – and now Consultant – reflects on some of the changes he has seen in the profession.
Antony Batty & Company Employee Focus: Melanie Bishop

Antony Batty & Company Employee Focus: Melanie Bishop
Mel is a qualified Insolvency Practitioner and is based at our Brentwood office.
Antony Batty & Company Employee Focus: David Parker

Antony Batty & Company Employee Focus: David Parker
David is based at our Central London Office and is a Senior Insolvency Manager and Head of Case Progression.
Antony Batty & Company, Bournemouth – working with the YMCA

Antony Batty Bournemouth helps local YMCA
Antony Batty Bournemouth has donated 25 homeless packages to the YMCA as part of being in business for 25 years.
Antony Batty & Company Partner Focus: Claire Howell, Licensed Insolvency Practitioner

Antony Batty & Company Partner Focus: Claire Howell, Licensed Insolvency Practitioner
Claire re-joined us in 2021 – as a fully licensed, appointment taking partner.
Antony Batty & Company Employee Focus: Tom O’Keeffe

Antony Batty & Company Employee Focus: Tom O’Keeffe.
Tom is based at our Central London Office and specialises in Creditors Voluntary Liquidations and Administrations.
What is a ‘Restructuring Plan’ and when can it be used?

What is a ‘Restructuring Plan’ and when can it be used?
The Restructuring Plan is one of the most significant changes to insolvency law & practice in recent years. Our Insolvency Practitioners explain.