IPA Annual Conference 2025
09:00-18:00 | 30th April 2025 | London | 6 CPD hours
Venue: 1 Wimpole Street, Westminster, London W1G 0AE
The IPA Annual Conference is your gateway to the latest insights, trends and analysis for the insolvency profession and what lies ahead for the sector, delivered by speakers from government agencies, financial policy makers, market research, leading legal and insolvency practices, and the IPA regulatory team.
Catch up with colleagues and peers, network with the best and brightest minds in insolvency and gain your CPD at the flagship event from the UK’s sole dedicated insolvency regulator.
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Programme
08:30-09:15 Arrivals & Registration
09:15-09:25 Welcome
Yin Lee, Vice President, IPA; Director, YLA
09:25-09:45 Political Prospects: What’s in store in 2025?
Sir John Curtice, British Political Scientist and Professor of Politics, University of Strathclyde
09:45-10:15 Navigating the Economic Currents: Resilience and Adaptation in the UK Economy
Grant Fitzner, Director, Macroeconomic and Environment Statistics and Analysis Chief Economist, Office for National Statistics
10:15-10:45 Insolvency Service: Perspectives and Direction of Travel for 2025 and Beyond
Angela Crossley, Director of Strategy, Policy and Analysis, Insolvency Service
10:45-11:15 Break
11:15-11:35 Developments in International Anti-Money Laundering and How They Impact Your Work
Jennifer Haslett, Head of FATF and International Branch, Sanctions and Illicit Finance Team, HM Treasury
11:35-11:55 Companies House: Delivering Reform
Martin Swain, Director for Intelligence and Law Enforcement Engagement, Companies House
11:55-12:05 Joint Q&A with Jennifer Haslett and Martin Swain
12:05-12:35 HMRC: Alternative Rights of Direct Recovery in Insolvency
Anna Nettleship, Wealthy and Mid-size Business Compliance (WMBC), Insolvency & Civil Recovery Team, HMRC
Catriona McAnulty, Individuals and Small Business Compliance (ISBC), Insolvency Civil Recovery Team, HMRC
12:35-12:45 CPI Award Presentations for 2025 Prize Winners
Yin Lee, Vice President, IPA; Director, YLA
Marcial Boo, Chief Executive Officer, IPA
12:45-13:45 Lunch
13:45-14:00 From Conflict to Collaboration: Navigating the Challenges of Multigenerational Teams
Nicky Acuna Ocana, Regional Managing Director, US, UK & Europe, Ambition
Harman Dhillon, Principal Consultant – Insolvency & Restructuring, Ambition
14:00-14:30 Legal Pitfalls and Cautionary Tales: Navigating the Use of AI in Insolvency Practice
Sam De Silva, Partner & Global Co-Head Commercial Practice Group, CMS
14:30-15:10 Case Update: Thoughts on Some of the More Interesting Cases from the Last 12 Months
Adam Deacock, Barrister, Radcliffe Chambers
Matthew Weaver KC, Barrister, Radcliffe Chambers
15:10-15:20 Litigation Funding: Emerging Trends and Looming Challenges
Neil Stewart, Associate Director, Manolete Partners PLC
15:20-15:50 Break
15:50-16:20 TRUST in Insolvency: Upholding Standards & Compliance in a Changing Landscape
David Holland, Chief Inspector, IPA
16:20-16:50 FCA: Our New 5-Year Strategy and What it Means for Insolvency Practitioners
Andrea Bowe, Director of Specialist Directorate, Supervision, Policy and Competition, Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
16:50-17:20 FRP: Why Collaboration is Key to Achieving a Successful Outcome in Complex Insolvency Litigation
Geoff Rowley, Partner, FRP Advisory
Tony Wright Partner, FRP Advisory
Katherine Parker, Senior Manager, FRP Advisory
17:20-17:30 Closing Statements
Yin Lee, Vice-President, IPA; Director, YLA
17:30 Networking Reception
Sponsorship
If you are interested in sponsoring any of our events, please contact us at sponsorship@ipa.uk.com.
Event Information
| Category | Full Rate |
|---|---|
| Member | £345.00+VAT |
| Non-Member | £445.00+VAT |
| Student | £175.00+VAT |
Who should attend
This course is designed for insolvency professionals and people working closely with the insolvency profession. It is open to IPA members, non-members and IPA student members.
CPD
Attending this event will allow you to gain 6 CPD hours. We advise keeping your booking receipt and confirmation email to attach to your CPD records. Please note, you must attend in-person on the day and it is not being recorded.
Dietary requirements
Specific dietary requirements can be catered for if we are notified at least 15 days in advance of the event. Please ensure these are included when booking.
Event booking terms and conditions
By booking or attending a place for this event you accept the IPA Event terms and conditions, which can be found here: IPA Event Terms and Conditions.
How to book