35% of banned directors abused Covid support

By admin | 27/07/2022
7 out of every 20 UK company directors who were banned during the first four months of 2022 were guilty of fraud or abusing the Government's Covid-19 support schemes

7 out of every 20 UK company directors struck off in 2022 were guilty of abusing the Government’s Covid-19 loan or job support schemes, shocking statistics reveal. Between April and May, the Insolvency Service disqualified around 36 directors following claims of abuse and fraud, which is staggering. Still, many individuals and smaller companies may never…

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Director disqualification and misconduct

By admin | 22/09/2021
Tips for directors accused of misconduct

Careless, deceitful, and delinquent company directors can expect to face disqualification proceedings if their actions cause creditors to suffer financial loss. Disgruntled shareholders and creditors (the people and businesses you owe) may take action against a director suspected of misfeasance or another serious transgression. However, a licensed insolvency practitioner (IP) usually instigates Director Disqualification Proceedings.…

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