Business support measures extended

Restrictions on statutory demands and winding up petitions, introduced in the Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act, are set to be extended to 30 September 2021. These restrictions were due to lapse on 30 June 2021.

Also extended to 30 September is the relaxation of the requirements to enter a moratorium. Again, this was due to expire on 30 June.

As a reminder, the provision for small suppliers not having to continue supplying an insolvent business will end on 30 June.

These measures apply to England, Wales and Scotland. You can read the UK Government’s full announcement here.

For those operating in Northern Ireland, a corresponding extension of legislation is being considered. Find more information on the Northern Ireland Insolvency Service website.