When a company is in trouble then liquidation may be the only option.

Money may be owed to creditors such as suppliers and HMRC and there is no outlook for trading to improve.

Liquidation is often the only solution after exploring all other potential rescue options.

A liquidation must be done by a licensed insolvency practitioner under the guidelines of the IPA (Insolvency Practioners Association).

But how does the insolvency practitioner get paid for carrying out their duties?

In worst cases where does not seem to be any assets that can be realised to cover the cost it can be possible that the director(s) can claim redundancy pay just like the staff are entitled to. This can include lost holiday pay and wages as well as statutory redundancy pay. This can be used to cover the cost of the liquidation. This could be your lifeline to resolving your company situation.

For helpful and confidential advice please visit HBG Advisory who will help you explore your options. Example of costs.