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.
This call for case study papers for Insolvency Practitioner Standards Strategy Day was first published as a bulletin from The Insolvency Service on 24 July 2026.
Submission requirements
Please submit a paper of approximately 500–1,000 words covering the following:
- The case: a brief overview of the insolvency case or matter and the key issues encountered.
- The regulatory context: the standard, guidance, regulatory expectation or aspect of the framework that was relevant to the case or was otherwise absent.
- Practical experience: how the regulatory framework influenced decision-making, case administration, stakeholder outcomes or the exercise of professional judgement.
- Key insights and suggested improvements: what the case demonstrates about the effectiveness of the current framework and any changes to standards, guidance, regulatory expectations or processes that could improve future outcomes or reduce burdens.
Please submit proposals by 28 August 2026 to IP.standards@insolvency.gov.uk with the subject line: "Strategy Day Case Study Submission".
Have you worked on a case that highlights opportunities to improve/develop professional and ethical standards for insolvency practitioners?
The Joint Insolvency Committee (JIC) is responsible for developing and maintaining insolvency standards, including Statements of Insolvency Practice (SIPs), which shape regulatory expectations and promote consistency across the profession.
This year, the JIC has asked the Insolvency Service to host its Strategy Day, which brings together regulators, recognised professional bodies, insolvency practitioners and independent members to consider emerging issues affecting insolvency practice and to identify priorities for its future work programme.
In line with the government’s proposals to bring the setting of insolvency practitioner standards under the statutory responsibility of the Insolvency Service, this is an ideal opportunity to influence the shaping of a new standard setting process and to contribute to the Insolvency Service’s vision for increased engagement with the profession.
The Insolvency Service is therefore inviting insolvency practitioners to submit case studies that provide practical insight into how the regulatory framework currently operates. They are interested in real-world examples that demonstrate where standards and guidance work well, where they may create unintended consequences or practical challenges, and where there may be opportunities for improvement.
Your insights will help inform the JIC's programme of work and priorities for setting standards for insolvency practitioners, as well as influence the future direction of professional and ethical standards. This is an opportunity to contribute directly to the development of the regulatory framework and help ensure it remains proportionate, effective and responsive to the challenges faced by practitioners and stakeholders.
Areas of interest
The Insolvency Service is inviting submissions on any insolvency case or matter that provides meaningful insight into the operation of the regulatory framework. This may include situations where:
- existing standards or guidance worked particularly well in addressing complex or novel circumstances;
- standards did not provide sufficient clarity, guidance or flexibility;
- regulatory requirements created unintended consequences or administrative burdens;
- significant professional judgement was required because the regulatory position was unclear;
- regulatory expectations conflicted with legal, commercial or practical considerations;
- emerging business practices, technologies or stakeholder expectations challenged existing standards; or
- alternative regulatory approaches may have delivered better outcomes for creditors, debtors or other stakeholders.
Presentations
A selection of submissions will be invited to present at the JIC Strategy Day.
Presenters will be asked to deliver a presentation of approximately 20 minutes, followed by discussion and questions. The focus should be on both the practical experience of the case and the broader implications for insolvency standards, guidance and regulation.
How submissions will be assessed
Submissions will be considered against the following criteria:
- relevance to insolvency standards, guidance and regulation;
- quality and practical value of the case study;
- potential to transform future policy, standards or guidance;
- relevance to the wider profession and potential economic impact; and
- potential to stimulate productive discussion and learning.
Submission details
Please submit proposals by 28 August 2026 to IP.standards@insolvency.gov.uk with the subject line: "Strategy Day Case Study Submission"
Please ensure that any confidential or commercially sensitive information is removed or anonymised where appropriate.
The Insolvency Service encourages submissions from practitioners across all areas of insolvency practice and from firms of all sizes. They are particularly interested in hearing a broad range of experiences and perspectives that can help the JIC understand how standards operate in practice and where future improvements may be beneficial.
The Insolvency Service looks forward to receiving your submissions and to hearing insights from across the profession.
The strategy day is being held at the Insolvency Service’s office in Stratford on 24 September. It will be a hybrid event, and they therefore welcome submissions from those who wish to attend virtually (via Teams) as well as those who can attend in person.