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Monthly Insolvency Statistics: May 2025

Looking at the graph below it is pretty obvious that insolvencies are on the way up, albiet from a low base. ​ Creditors voluntary liquidations are up quite significantly with 200+ more this month than last.  Other insolvencies are low but recent analysis of June’s winding up petitions show that the levels are consistent with…

Company insolvencies jump 8% after cost increases

The number of companies going bust across the UK increased last month after firms swallowed increased costs, according to figures. Official data from the Insolvency Service showed there were 2,238 company insolvencies in England and Wales in May. This was 8% jump compared with April, and 15% higher than the same month last year. The…

Autumn tax rises ‘increasingly likely’ after UK borrowing rises in May; company insolvencies jump – business live | Business

Autumn tax rises ‘increasingly likely’ Despite UK government borrowing slightly undershooting forecasts so far this financial year, tax rises in the autumn are likely. That’s the view of City consultancy Capital Economics, who told clients this morning: Despite the overshoot in May, public borrowing was £2.9bn below the OBR’s forecast in the first two months…

February 2025 update from the Commission

In February, the Commission hosted its free online event with representatives from the Fair Work Ombudsman, “Navigating Casual Employment”. Attendees left with a better understanding of how to manage casual staff effectively and ensure their business remains compliant. If you were unable to attend, information about changes to casual employment can be found on the…