In recent years, the term “zombie company” has become increasingly common in discussions around the UK economy and corporate insolvency. While many businesses survived the financial pressures caused by the pandemic, inflation, supply chain disruption, and rising borrowing costs, a growing number are now operating in a financially fragile state. A zombie company is generally […]
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When a business as well-established as Premier Group Recruitment enters administration, it raises plenty of eyebrows. Known for supplying tech, engineering and creative staff across the UK and US, the company had grown over several years and operated in highly active sectors. So, how does a business like that end up in financial trouble with
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When news broke about the liquidation of operations at Prax Lindsey Oil Refinery, it sent shockwaves through Lincolnshire and beyond. For decades, the refinery had been a major employer and a central part of the local economy. The announcement that work would wind down and that many jobs were at risk left hundreds of families,
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The UK’s insolvency landscape in 2025 has been dominated by one of the most significant corporate collapses in recent memory: the compulsory liquidation of Speciality Steel UK (SSUK), part of Sanjeev Gupta’s Liberty Steel empire. With more than 1,500 jobs at risk and the government stepping in to keep operations running under the control of
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At Simple Liquidation, we see many well-known businesses reach a crossroads, a moment when decisive action is needed to protect jobs, preserve value, and prevent a full collapse. The recent restructuring of River Island is one such example. The high street fashion retailer, famous for its trendy styles and long history, has just secured approval
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Thames Water has been making headlines for all the wrong reasons. With an estimated £4 billion debt burden and failed attempts to secure new funding, the UK’s largest water supplier has been teetering on the brink of insolvency. In a proactive move, the government has appointed insolvency specialists to prepare for the possibility of a
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The retail landscape in the UK has undergone significant changes over the last decade. From shifting consumer habits to the rise of e-commerce and relentless cost pressures, few events have illustrated these challenges more clearly than the collapse of Arcadia. Although it happened in 2020, its lessons remain highly relevant in 2025, especially as more
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Cineworld has been a familiar name on the high street and in retail parks for years. From weekend movie nights to popcorn-filled family outings, it’s been part of everyday life for many across the UK. So, when news broke that the company was in serious financial trouble, many people were left wondering what had happened.
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Many UK businesses, especially SMEs, are feeling the pressure. Rising energy bills and new tax hikes are eating into profits, making it harder for many to stay afloat. On top of that, weak consumer demand and growing uncertainty around government policy are adding to the strain. As costs rise across the board, business owners are
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Charlotte Dawson, known for her TV appearances and lively presence on social media, is going through a tough time. Her clothing and footwear business, Dawsylicious, has officially shut down. The company has gone into voluntary liquidation, meaning it can no longer afford to continue operating or pay its debts. This news comes just a few
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