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Evolution, not revolution: a new consultation on the Insolvency Rules
Ten years after their introduction, the UK government has launched a new consultation on the Insolvency (England and Wales) Rules 2016, as well as the Insolvency (Scotland) (Company Voluntary Arrangements and Administration) Rules 2018 (the Rules). As the second mandatory review of the Rules since they came into force, it presents an opportunity for reflection and targeted amendments. Rather than present a preferred package of reforms, the government seeks views on whether the Rules remain fit for purpose, whether there is scope to reduce administrative burdens, and how the procedural framework governing insolvency proceedings should respond to technological change. This In Practice piece highlights some of the key themes of the consultation that will be of significance to practitioners.
26 SEP 2026A Brexit re-set? How will the UK’s accession to the 2019 Hague Convention impact English legal opinions?
This In Practice article highlights the significance of the UK’s accession to the 2019 Hague Convention and considers the relevance to English legal opinions.
27 JUN 2025Be careful what you register: Re VE Global UK Ltd
In this In Practice article the authors consider the recent case of Re VE Global UK Ltd (Binyon & another v Suzerain Investment Holdings Ltd & others [2024] EWHC 749 (Ch)) which concerned whether a debenture was void against administrators where only a subsequent amendment agreement had been registered at Companies House.
28 JUN 2024UK government consults on new insolvency model laws
The UK government has consulted on legislating to allow British courts to recognise foreign insolvency-related judgments under its enactment of the “original” UNCITRAL Model Law on cross-border insolvency (the Model Law), the Cross Border Insolvency Regulations 2006 (CBIR). The government is also considering incorporating the UNCITRAL Model Law on Enterprise Group Insolvencies (the Group Model Law) to promote closer co-operation on cross-border restructurings.
1 APR 2023
