Report: Short-lived recovery in incomes grinding to a halt

8th May 2017 Consumer Collections |

The Institute For Fiscal Studies (IFS) has released a new briefing note as part of its pre-election analysis, provides key information on incomes and inequality. It analyses net household incomes (after taxes and benefits) since the recession, and looks ahead to what we might expect over the next parliament if official economic forecasts turn out…

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Rimilia appoints New Head of Development

Software financial specialist Rimilia has announced the appointment of Stephen Halliday as Head of Development. Rimilia Managing Director Chris McGibbon said; “It’s great to have Stephen on board at a very exciting time as Rimilia solutions continue to develop at a rapid pace. Stephen’s experience and drive will enable us to continue to deliver innovative…

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Energy price cap will see customers miss out on additional savings

5th May 2017 Consumer Collections |

Insight from MoneySuperMarket has revealed that the introduction of an energy price cap, widely rumoured to feature in the Conservative Party general election manifesto, could mean the end of cheap fixed rate tariffs, risking a situation where UK households miss out on additional savings of £200. Last year alone the cheapest deals offered by MoneySuperMarket…

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Close Brothers Group acquires Novitas Loans

5th May 2017 Mergers and Acquisitions |

Close Brothers has announced the acquisition of Novitas Loans. Novitas is a leading provider of loans to the legal sector and will become part of Close Brothers Invoice Finance and Rentals, led by David Thomson. Novitas specialises in providing working capital for law firms and also loans to their clients purchasing specific legal services, from divorce…

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INSOLVENCY NOTICES: Appointment of Administrators – April 2017

Administration notices have been issued and advertised in the London Gazette  for the following companies: ‎ARIK AIR INTERNATIONAL LTD B.W. MANUFACTURING (PLASTICS) LTD ‎BARTON MOSS FARM PRODUCE LTD BCBG MAX AZRIA UK LTD ‎BOSTOCK METALWORKS LTD ‎C.J. LEE & SONS (DAMERHAM) LTD CFO LENDING LTD CGNB LTD ‎CLEAR SPACE CONSTRUCTION LTD COE-CRETE CHESTERFIELD LTD CONTACT TRANSPORT…

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LIQUIDATION NOTICES: Meeting of Creditors – April 2017

Liquidation notices have been issued and advertised in the London Gazette  for the following companies: 1066 IT SOLUTIONS LTD ‎108 VAUXHALL LLP 4D MEP CAD LTD A C PRODUCE (IMPORTS) LTD ‎A L BENEFIT SOLUTIONS LTD ‎AA INDUSTRIES LTD AAHP LTD ABE HEALTH CARE LTD ‎ABLE DIGITAL CONSULTING LTD. ABSOLUTE PROPERTY SERVICES GROUP LTD ‎ACCIDENT CLAIM…

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INSOLVENCY NOTICES: Winding Up Petitions – April 2017

Winding up Petitions have been issued and advertised in the London Gazette for the following companies: A.G. LAMB LTD ACQUISITION 395446180 LTD ACQUISITION 395448370 LTD ACS FACILITIES LTD ADC TRADING (UK) LTD ADRIAN V LTD AESTHETICS OF LONDON LTD ‎AIREDALE ENVIRONMENTAL SVS LTD ALBY DISTRIBUTION GROUP LTD ALEGRO ADVISORS LTD ‎AMB ROOFING SERVICES LTD ARCRO HOLDINGS…

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Six-year high in Directors receiving lengthy bans

The Insolvency Service has handed out 573 director disqualifications lasting more than five years in 2016/17, the highest figure since 2010/11. In 2015/16, it handed out 532 bans. Data from the regulator showed that, in total, there were 1,214 director disqualifications in 2016/17, compared with 1,210 one year earlier. The regulator said the average period of…

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Scottish company debt decrees increase

The number of debt decrees registered against Scottish companies rose by 21 percent during the first quarter of the year, according to figures released today by Registry Trust. Over the same quarter the average value of a company decree rose by five percent. By contrast decrees against businesses which were not incorporated moved strongly in…

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Court Enforcement Services appoints New Head of Client Services

Court Enforcement Services announces that they have appointed Chris Browning as the new Head of Client Services. He replaces Adele Whitehurst, who wishes to take a break from the industry and relocate overseas. Browning has over 10 years’ experience in client services which includes senior and global management roles with WGSN, the international consumer trend…

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Bibby Financial Services appoints Export Finance MD

Bibby Financial Services (BFS) has appointed Craig Durnell as Managing Director for its export finance business. First joining BFS from RBS in 2014, Craig has held a variety of roles at the independent funder, including head of operations, and most recently, head of South West business centre. Prior to joining RBS, Craig spent more than…

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Phoenix launches High Court Enforcement service

Phoenix Commercial has launched a new High Court Enforcement service. Paul Caddy, Managing Director and Authorised High Court Enforcement Officer (AHCEO) has brought together an experienced High Court team, headed up by Nicola Harrington-Carter as Director of High Court Services. Harrington-Carter a former Director at The Sheriffs Office, brings with her Melissa Church as Marketing…

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Companywatch appoints new CEO

Companywatch has appointed Jo Kettner (née Roberts) as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Kettner takes over the firm’s leading executive role from co-founder and former CEO Denis Baker who will remain with the firm as a board director and full-time member of staff. Since 2003, Kettner has held a number of roles at Company Watch. Initially…

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