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Statement of Insolvency Practice 3.1 consultation
- 17 Sep 2026
The Joint Insolvency Committee (JIC) is consulting on updates to SIP 3.1 for Individual Voluntary Arrangements (IVAs) – England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The proposed changes focus on due diligence, customer understanding, informed decision-making, support for vulnerable customers and record retention. The consultation gives those involved in the IVA process an opportunity to help shape future standards. Respond by 8 December 2026.
The Insolvency Service Annual Plan 2026/2027
- 16 Sep 2026
The Insolvency Service has published its Annual Plan for 2026/2027 marking the final year of transition out of its 2021-2026 strategy. Read what we have highlighted as policy and regulatory points of interest to the insolvency profession.
ICAEW guidance: Vulnerable individuals in insolvency
- 11 Sep 2026
The guidance aims to assist insolvency practitioners and their staff in identifying, recording and responding appropriately to indicators of vulnerability among debtors, directors, creditors, employees and any other individual practitioners deal with, and who may have an interest in or who are affected by an insolvency appointment.
The Insolvency Service - call for case study papers
- 27 Jul 2026
The Insolvency Service is inviting insolvency practitioners to submit case study papers highlighting how professional and ethical standards operate in practice, with selected contributors given the opportunity to present their insights at a Joint Insolvency Committee (JIC) strategy day. Deadline is 28 August 2026.
Apply now for a role on the Insolvency Rules Committee
- 24 Jul 2026
The Ministry of Justice is seeking a Practising Accountant Member for the Insolvency Rules Committee, which advises on insolvency rules for companies and individuals. The role offers a unique opportunity to contribute expertise and help ensure proposed legislative changes work effectively in practice. Apply by 7 September 2026.
Have your say on the future of Insolvency Rules
- 22 Jul 2026
Insolvency practitioners are encouraged to share their practical experience as the UK Government reviews whether the Insolvency Rules remain effective, proportionate and ready for technological change. The consultation applies to England, Scotland and Wales and ends 6 October 2026.
Pre-packs and regulation: 17 years of scrutiny and reform
- 10 Jul 2026
For more than 17 years, pre-pack administrations have been the subject of regulatory scrutiny and reform. Allison Broad, Head of Insolvency Monitoring at ICAEW, examines the evolution of SIP 16 oversight, highlights common issues identified through regulatory reviews, and considers what the Insolvency Service’s 2026 changes mean for practitioners and future monitoring.
FCA Motor Finance Redress Scheme – further guidance
- 25 Jun 2026
As one of the Recognised Professional Bodies, ICAEW joins ICAS and IPA to confirm interim guidance for insolvency practitioners/office holders on motor finance redress claims. The interim guidance remains in place while legal challenges to the FCA scheme continue. Read the article for the latest position and next steps.
All available issues of Insolvency News e-newsletters
Insolvency News, Issue 16 (August 2025)
- Newsletter
- 29 Aug 2025
Read our guidance on the recent High Court decision affecting MVLs, plus take this last chance to respond to the SIP 14 consultation, learn about upcoming changes to the Insolvency Code of Ethics and don't miss CPD opportunities and useful resources.
Insolvency News, Issue 15 (May 2024)
- Newsletter
- 23 May 2024
Read our latest update for information on some recent changes to our monitoring visit cycles and tips to ensure your visit goes smoothly. We also highlight upcoming events, provide guidance on how often you should reconcile estate accounts and remind you of recent common compliance issues to ensure you are not making similar mistakes.
Insolvency News, Issue 14 (September 2023)
- Newsletter
- 25 Sep 2023
In this issue, read about guidance on succession planning, FCA’s ban on referral fees, options for UK officeholders, the impact of inflation on IPs, HMRC bulletins and upcoming webinars.
Insolvency News, Issue 13 (May 2023)
- Newsletter
- 02 May 2023
In this issue, read about SIP 16 reviews, insolvency compliance reviews, proposed changes to SIP 3.3 (Trust Deeds) and changes to our pre-visit information requests. You can also access resources such as webinar recordings and register for this year’s Restructuring & Insolvency Conference. Plus, make note of upcoming changes to CPD and other news in the Professional Standards Department.
Insolvency News, Issue 12 (February 2023)
- Newsletter
- 08 Feb 2023
In this issue, read some of the key outcomes from last year’s quality assurance monitoring visits, familiarise yourself with forthcoming changes to SIP 3.1, access HMRC’s latest bulletins and sign up to our next live webinar.
Insolvency News, Issue 11 (October 2022)
- Newsletter
- 07 Oct 2022
In this issue of Insolvency News, the Insolvency Service confirms work it is undertaking to support you in relation to Bounce Back Loans, HMRC issues new updates including one regarding Director’s Loan Accounts and there is an opportunity to sign up for two live insolvency webinars. We also invite you to apply for a remunerated role on our Insolvency Licensing Committee and highlight two recent articles from our series on the Future of Insolvency.
Insolvency News, issue 10 (August 2022)
- Newsletter
- 11 Aug 2022
This issue includes guidance on insolvency compliance reviews and how to avoid a breach of the ICAEW Insolvency Licensing Regulations, access to updated checklists for personal and corporate casework, invitations to join us for the Restructuring & Insolvency Community autumn roadshows and a pension scheme matters for insolvency professionals’ webinar, and the latest information on IP monitoring review and sanctions.
HMRC Insolvency Guidance
New ways to contact HMRC’s MVL team
- Nov 2025
HMRC Insolvency Bulletin: Specified Charges in Insolvency
- Oct 2024
- PDF (112kb)
HMRC Insolvency Bulletin: Confidentiality and disclosure in personal insolvencies
- Oct 2024
- PDF (119kb)
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