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Director behind 400 companies banned for nine years after 'subverting insolvency system'

Neville Taylor banned for nine years for facilitating debt-dumping of struggling businesses, subverting the insolvency system and harming creditors.

Kildare businessman Paul Wright asks Florida court to dismiss case against him

Mr Wright's legal defense claims the lawsuit should be dismissed due to jurisdiction issues and that the real matter lies in an English court.

Director behind 400 companies banned for nine years after 'subverting insolvency system'

Neville Taylor banned for nine years for facilitating debt-dumping of struggling businesses, subverting the insolvency system and harming creditors.

Kildare businessman Paul Wright asks Florida court to dismiss case against him

Mr Wright's legal defense claims the lawsuit should be dismissed due to jurisdiction issues and that the real matter lies in an English court.
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After Lilium's 'miraculous' revival, German air taxi firm Volocopter files for insolvency - Silicon Canals

Volocopter has filed for provisional insolvency while seeking financing options to avoid complete operational halt.
#retail-sector

Retailers are on the brink of collapse and the Chancellor's Budget 'will dial up the challenges' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK retailers are facing significant operational strain and are at risk of collapse, particularly due to rising costs and decreased consumer spending.

Insolvency experts warn the 'implications of the Budget' will cause cost pressures for businesses - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Chancellor's Autumn Budget poses significant cost pressures on businesses, particularly in retail and hospitality sectors in 2025.

Retailers are on the brink of collapse and the Chancellor's Budget 'will dial up the challenges' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK retailers are facing significant operational strain and are at risk of collapse, particularly due to rising costs and decreased consumer spending.

Insolvency experts warn the 'implications of the Budget' will cause cost pressures for businesses - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Chancellor's Autumn Budget poses significant cost pressures on businesses, particularly in retail and hospitality sectors in 2025.
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#lilium

Electric aircraft startup Lilium has run out of money | TechCrunch

Lilium aircraft startup is shutting down due to financial troubles and failure to raise emergency funds from the German government.

Air taxi maker Lilium is out of money and will cease operations

Lilium has gone into insolvency due to failed funding efforts, halting air taxi production.
The competitive eVTOL market poses significant challenges for companies unable to secure financing.

Electric aircraft startup Lilium ceases operations, 1,000 workers laid off | TechCrunch

Lilium, an electric aircraft startup, has ceased operations and laid off about 1,000 workers due to financing issues and insolvency.

Lilium stock price plummets to penny territory as FAA green light for flying taxis can't save it from insolvency

Lilium's subsidiaries are expected to file for insolvency due to insufficient funds, causing a significant drop in share price.

Shuttered electric air taxi startup Lilium may be saved after all | TechCrunch

Lilium, an electric air taxi startup, is being acquired by Mobile Uplift Corporation after ceasing operations and intends to restructure and rehire laid-off workers.

Electric aircraft startup Lilium has run out of money | TechCrunch

Lilium aircraft startup is shutting down due to financial troubles and failure to raise emergency funds from the German government.

Air taxi maker Lilium is out of money and will cease operations

Lilium has gone into insolvency due to failed funding efforts, halting air taxi production.
The competitive eVTOL market poses significant challenges for companies unable to secure financing.

Electric aircraft startup Lilium ceases operations, 1,000 workers laid off | TechCrunch

Lilium, an electric aircraft startup, has ceased operations and laid off about 1,000 workers due to financing issues and insolvency.

Lilium stock price plummets to penny territory as FAA green light for flying taxis can't save it from insolvency

Lilium's subsidiaries are expected to file for insolvency due to insufficient funds, causing a significant drop in share price.

Shuttered electric air taxi startup Lilium may be saved after all | TechCrunch

Lilium, an electric air taxi startup, is being acquired by Mobile Uplift Corporation after ceasing operations and intends to restructure and rehire laid-off workers.
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Anger and frustration at creditors meeting of troubled Offaly firm as 458,000 in customer deposits in jeopardy

EcoSolution Windows Doors & More Ltd ceased trading due to insolvency after experiencing rapid growth and failing to manage financial obligations.

Landlord 'hell' after letting agents goes under 'leaving them without rent money'

Northwood Romford is entering liquidation, causing distress among landlords due to unpaid rent and service disruptions.

Harold Hill decorator received 100k of Covid loans she wasn't entitled to

Ruxanda Guja fraudulently claimed Covid loans exceeding eligibility, facing a 13-year director ban and a significant compensation payment.

When and how to close your limited company

Consider company's solvency before liquidation; various factors influence closure, not just insolvency.
#administration

Typhoo Tea collapses into administration - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Typhoo Tea, after 120 years, has entered administration due to significant losses and cash flow issues, seeking a potential rescue deal.

Harland and Wolff parent company to enter administration

Harland and Wolff, a historic shipyard, is entering administration due to insolvency and plans to sell subsidiary shipyards to interested buyers.

Titanic builder Harland and Wolff to enter administration

Harland and Wolff has entered administration for the second time in five years, resulting in significant job losses but operational continuity for shipyards.

The seven south east London Body Shop stores at risk as chain enters administration

The future of seven south east London Body Shop stores is uncertain as the chain has gone into administration.
The administration process will only affect the UK business, and international franchises will not be impacted.

Typhoo Tea collapses into administration - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Typhoo Tea, after 120 years, has entered administration due to significant losses and cash flow issues, seeking a potential rescue deal.

Harland and Wolff parent company to enter administration

Harland and Wolff, a historic shipyard, is entering administration due to insolvency and plans to sell subsidiary shipyards to interested buyers.

Titanic builder Harland and Wolff to enter administration

Harland and Wolff has entered administration for the second time in five years, resulting in significant job losses but operational continuity for shipyards.

The seven south east London Body Shop stores at risk as chain enters administration

The future of seven south east London Body Shop stores is uncertain as the chain has gone into administration.
The administration process will only affect the UK business, and international franchises will not be impacted.
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#uk-economy

Budget tax rises could push more firms into trouble, says insolvency specialist

Increased employment costs and higher interest rates may push UK businesses into insolvency, prompting more demand for insolvency and recovery advice.

Surge in voluntary liquidations sparks abuse of process concerns

The sharp rise in creditors' voluntary liquidations in the UK is raising concerns about potential abuse and lack of scrutiny.

Record number of UK businesses at risk of collapse ahead of critical autumn budget

UK businesses are experiencing unprecedented financial distress, highlighting economic fragility as the government prepares new budget proposals.

Half a million firms in significant' financial distress as UK's economy stagnates

More than 550,000 British firms face financial distress due to high interest rates, low consumer confidence, and pandemic-induced debt, potentially leading to insolvency.

Budget tax rises could push more firms into trouble, says insolvency specialist

Increased employment costs and higher interest rates may push UK businesses into insolvency, prompting more demand for insolvency and recovery advice.

Surge in voluntary liquidations sparks abuse of process concerns

The sharp rise in creditors' voluntary liquidations in the UK is raising concerns about potential abuse and lack of scrutiny.

Record number of UK businesses at risk of collapse ahead of critical autumn budget

UK businesses are experiencing unprecedented financial distress, highlighting economic fragility as the government prepares new budget proposals.

Half a million firms in significant' financial distress as UK's economy stagnates

More than 550,000 British firms face financial distress due to high interest rates, low consumer confidence, and pandemic-induced debt, potentially leading to insolvency.
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#economic-impact

Opinion: How Canada's digital services tax is hurting small businesses

Canadian small businesses face increasing challenges as insolvencies rise, compounded by new taxes like the Digital Services Tax.
The implementation of the Digital Services Tax (DST) is raising costs for small businesses already struggling with high startup expenses.

How Trump could make Social Security's fiscal outlook gloomier

Trump's policies would hasten the Social Security trust fund depletion by three years, worsening financial outlook significantly.

Thousands of SMEs will not be able to meet the costs of new employment laws - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

New UK employment law plans threaten the survival of thousands of small businesses already struggling due to economic pressures.
Exempting small firms from changes to probationary periods could protect jobs and stimulate growth during economic recovery.

Opinion: How Canada's digital services tax is hurting small businesses

Canadian small businesses face increasing challenges as insolvencies rise, compounded by new taxes like the Digital Services Tax.
The implementation of the Digital Services Tax (DST) is raising costs for small businesses already struggling with high startup expenses.

How Trump could make Social Security's fiscal outlook gloomier

Trump's policies would hasten the Social Security trust fund depletion by three years, worsening financial outlook significantly.

Thousands of SMEs will not be able to meet the costs of new employment laws - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

New UK employment law plans threaten the survival of thousands of small businesses already struggling due to economic pressures.
Exempting small firms from changes to probationary periods could protect jobs and stimulate growth during economic recovery.
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FTX sues Binance and former CEO Zhao for $1.8 billion received as part of a "fraudulent" share deal

FTX's estate seeks to recoup $1.8 billion from Binance alleging fraudulent transfer related to a share buyback deal.
The lawsuit claims FTX and Alameda were insolvent at the time of the transactions.

Provisional insolvency proceedings for Quantron - Sustainable Bus

Quantron, a zero-emission vehicle manufacturer, is facing provisional insolvency as unpaid salaries create uncertainty for employees.

Social Security Barely Covers 40% of Most People's Previous Income - Here's How to Cover the Rest

Social Security is expected to run out by 2033 due to demographic changes, increasing the need for personal financial planning.

Byju's founder says his edtech startup, once worth $22B, is now 'worth zero' | TechCrunch

Byju's founder acknowledges mistakes leading to the company's drastic decline in value.

A line in the sand moment': Premiership's troubles laid bare by report | Robert Kitson

Rugby must urgently address its financial instability, with seven Premiership clubs declared balance sheet insolvent and debts totaling £311 million.

Postmedia begins takeover of parts of SaltWire Network | CBC News

Postmedia is acquiring parts of the insolvent SaltWire Network, solidifying its presence in Atlantic Canada's newspaper landscape.

The Drum's Daily Briefing: Nestle targets Ozempic users & Cazoo crashes

Nestlé launches Vital Pursuit food brand for weight management consumers, TikTok lays off marketing employees, Cazoo faces insolvency challenges.

Luxury retailer Ted Baker begins store-closing liquidation sales | CBC News

Clothing retailers starting store-closing clearance sales.

SaltWire's money woes a sign of bigger problems in the newspaper business: experts | CBC News

The decline in local journalism is accelerating with closures and cutbacks of news operations.
SaltWire Network facing financial challenges, with a private equity firm initiating insolvency proceedings.

Four London pubs go up for sale - including the Ten Bells

Four pubs run by East London Pub Co. have been put up for sale due to cost-of-living pressures and work from home initiatives.
The London bar scene has struggled to return to pre-pandemic levels as the inflation of alcoholic drinks reached its highest level since the early 1990s.

Company insolvencies fell in May - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Insolvencies in England and Wales decreased by 6% from the previous month and are 21% lower compared to the same period last year.
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