by Paul Brindley | Mar 31, 2026 | 40 Years in Insolvency - Now Let's Talk Honestly
A few weeks ago, I wrote about the Mazur case and why it mattered far beyond litigation. My point then was straightforward. If a reserved activity is meant to be carried on by an authorised professional, it is not enough to wave the word ‘supervision’...
by Paul Brindley | Mar 24, 2026 | 40 Years in Insolvency - Now Let's Talk Honestly
So what Kind of Person Should Be an IP? Not just technically good… Not just efficient… Not just compliant… That may sound provocative, but I think it needs saying. I’m pleased to say that my article, “What kind of person should be an IP?”, appeared...
by Paul Brindley | Mar 5, 2026 | 40 Years in Insolvency - Now Let's Talk Honestly
I’m writing this because I keep seeing the same pattern play out with distressed directors. They’re scared. They’re running out of road. They finally pick up the phone … and the first ‘proper’ conversation they have is not with the licensed insolvency...
by Paul Brindley | Feb 26, 2026 | 40 Years in Insolvency - Now Let's Talk Honestly
Are We Applying the Same Ethical Standards Everywhere? From 1 January 2026, the updated Professional Conduct in Relation to Taxation (PCRT) applies. You can read the full guidance here:https://www.tax.org.uk/professional-conduct-in-relation-to-taxation-pcrt In the...
by Paul Brindley | Sep 29, 2025 | 40 Years in Insolvency - Now Let's Talk Honestly
If you visit the Insolvency Service’s front page, you cannot miss the pattern. Story after story highlights directors jailed, disqualified, or forced to repay Bounce Back Loans (BBLs) and other Covid support that was taken out or misused. The sheer prominence tells us...
