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What Happens When a Company Wants to Go Into Voluntary Liquidation?

When a company faces insolvency, directors can opt for voluntary liquidation, either a Members' Voluntary Liquidation (solvent) or a Creditors' Voluntary Liquidation (insolvent). The first step is appointing an experienced insolvency practitioner who halts trading, prepares a directors' report, and seeks creditor approval. Once approved, the liquidator sells assets in order of priority to settle debts, freeing directors from legal exposure. Acting early can prevent a compulsory winding‑up and preserve the directors' ability to start new ventures.