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Anderson Brookes Insolvency Practitioners help directors close limited companies with debt quickly, legally and with expert guidance every step of the way.
With more than 25 years’ experience and thousands of directors helped, we’re trusted by business owners across the UK. You can speak directly with an expert insolvency practitioner and we’ll help you understand your options clearly and quickly. We specialise in working with small and medium businesses and we understand your perspective and priorities.
If you’re ready to close your company, stop creditor pressure, or just want to understand your next steps, we’re here to talk.
Anderson Brookes is an independent insolvency service for SMEs, offering straight-talking advice and fast, affordable solutions when a limited company faces financial difficulty.
Close your limited company properly with expert help. Whether you’re under pressure from creditors or struggling to pay staff and suppliers, we’ll guide you through a fast, legal Creditors’ Voluntary Liquidation (CVL). Most cases are placed into liquidation within 8 days, helping directors move on with peace of mind.
Falling behind on tax or Bounce Back Loan repayments? We specialise in helping directors with HMRC arrears, VAT, PAYE and loan debt - often writing off what’s owed through liquidation. Speak to a licensed insolvency practitioner today and avoid unnecessary stress or risk.
If your company can’t pay its bills, it’s time to act. We help directors understand the safest and most cost-effective way to deal with company debt. We’ll explain your legal duties, stop creditor action where possible, and take care of the process from start to finish.
Directors of insolvent companies may be entitled to redundancy pay and other benefits. If you’ve been working for your business and paid through PAYE, we’ll check if you qualify. Many directors claim thousands to help with the cost of liquidation. This can make a real difference when facing the pressure of closing your company.
Years Of Experience
We’re not accountants or solicitors. We focus solely on insolvency and limited company debt, which means we’ve developed a faster, more streamlined service built around what matters to you.
We help directors close their companies quickly - often within just 8 days. Stopping creditor pressure and giving you space to move forward.
You’ll speak to a licensed insolvency practitioner who’ll explain your options clearly - with no jargon, no judgement, and no pressure.
Our focused service means we keep our fees affordable and transparent, often saving thousands compared to larger or less specialist firms.
We support company directors in every sector, from construction firms and logistics companies to pubs, cafés, restaurants, hotels, retailers and manufacturers. Our advice is always clear, confidential and shaped by real experience in your industry. Whether you’re dealing with unpaid tax, supplier pressure or falling income, our team understands the challenges and will guide you through the best next steps.
Our clients praise our professionalism, reliability, and the exceptional support we provide during challenging times, helping thousands of company directors through insolvency, liquidation, and business debt solutions.
Have a company in England or Wales? These are your limited company business debt, liquidation and insolvency questions answered.
No. Only a Licensed Insolvency Practitioner can place a company into liquidation.
Placing the company into liquidation will stop debt enforcement, including bailiff action. The directors are usually in control of the process and can choose the liquidator. In most cases, it can be completed within two weeks without needing to attend any formal meetings. Company debts are usually written off unless they are personally guaranteed. Directors who act responsibly can show they handled the company’s financial affairs properly.
No. Only a Licensed Insolvency Practitioner can liquidate a company. A director can apply to dissolve a company through Companies House, but only if certain conditions are met. If the company is insolvent, it may be a criminal offence to apply for strike-off. Always take professional advice before doing this. If you think you might qualify for dissolution, call us and we’ll explain the process. See our Strike Off vs Liquidation page.
This happens when a creditor applies to court to wind up a company due to non-payment of a debt over £750. If the court agrees, the company is placed into compulsory liquidation. This often leads to more problems for directors, who may find it harder to defend against accusations such as wrongful trading. It is usually better to start the process voluntarily.
It depends on your situation. In most cases, the directors do not pay the costs personally. The liquidation is paid for using company assets. We are a specialist practice with lower overheads and efficient systems, so we offer some of the most competitive fees in the UK. All costs will be confirmed in writing before we proceed. You may also be interested in CVL Costs.
This is a new limited company that starts after an old one has gone into liquidation. It allows the business to carry on with the profitable parts of the original company. There are strict rules about reusing a company name, so it’s important to get advice before going ahead. See our glossary which simply explains all liquidation and insolvency related terms.
An MVL is used when a company is still solvent and can repay all its debts. It may be the right option if directors want to retire or step away from the business. MVLs can offer tax benefits, but they must be handled by a Licensed Insolvency Practitioner. We explain all types of liquidations in detail here.
If a company is insolvent and directors carry on trading, they may be accused of wrongful trading. A director could be held personally liable if they knew, or should have known, that the company couldn’t avoid liquidation and did not act to reduce losses. Acting early helps reduce this risk.
No. Most people who contact us do not need formal insolvency procedures. We help explore all the options, including self-help and informal solutions. If formal action is needed, our Licensed Insolvency Practitioner can act for you directly.
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