Receivership & administration
Raft of McMurray firms flagged for overdue filings
A dozen ‘active’ businesses where PFI Group CEO Darren McMurray is listed as a director are now flagged as having overdue filings at Companies House.
Barclay family accelerate Yodel sale to avoid administration
The Barclay family, owners of The Daily Telegraph, have accelerated efforts to sell Yodel, according to reports.
Severn Print closes just months after purchase
Severn Print has entered liquidation just four months after being purchased by the Handel Group, after a key client pulled its £1.5m contract.
Furlough claims result in ban for sign firm boss
The director of a sign and graphics business has been disqualified for abuse of the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS).
Print’s toughest month lives up to its reputation
In a grey and stormy month packed with insolvencies and job cuts, the solitary sliver of sunshine in January’s listicle came courtesy of the unveiling of the Printweek Awards shortlist.
Principal Mailing ceases trading
Print and direct mail specialist Principal Mailing Solutions ceased trading in December and business advisory firm FRP Advisory is expected to be appointed shortly to oversee insolvency proceedings.
Revealed: the struggle to sell Communisis
Paragon would have been willing to acquire the entire Communisis business on a solvent basis – including its pension scheme liabilities – for £1 in May 2023, but the deal was rejected and the group...
JDP and Culverlands Press shortfall revealed
Creditors of Venn Holdings’ trading subsidiaries JDP and Culverlands Press are owed more than £8.8m with the two businesses showing an estimated total deficiency of £4.4m – and major creditors have...
Your Print Partner shuttered
The company behind Your Print Partner has gone into voluntary liquidation.
All Sorts UK in liquidation
Direct Mail specialist All Sorts Mailing Solutions has gone into liquidation after closing its doors last month.