Review insolvency law to prevent repeated appeals
National
·23 contributorsUnder current law, a bankrupt individual can file multiple appeals or annulment applications, even after earlier ones are dismissed. Each new filing automatically stops trustees from paying creditors until the court process ends.
Mr David Lammy
Deputy Prime Minister
Timely justice for creditors
Debtor delays harm creditors courts
Protect creditors and fair hearing
Prevent intentional bankruptcy abuse
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Review insolvency law to prevent repeated appeals
National
Under current law, a bankrupt individual can file multiple appeals or annulment applications, even after earlier ones are dismissed. Each new filing automatically stops trustees from paying creditors until the court process ends.
Timely justice for creditors
Debtor delays harm creditors courts
Protect creditors and fair hearing
Prevent intentional bankruptcy abuse