Northern Irish business and personal insolvencies rise

19th August 2026

Latest data from the Insolvency Service has shown that business and personal insolvencies in Northern Ireland increased in July 2026.

The data showed that there were 169  personal insolvencies in Northern Ireland. This was 10% higher than in July 2025. The insolvencies comprised of  137 IVAs, 15 bankruptcies and 17 DROs.

There were 16 business insolvencies, 14% higher than in July 2025.

The total number of insolvencies comprised three compulsory liquidations, 11 CVLs, one CVA and one administration. There were no receivership appointments.