Full List of UK Firms That Collapsed in Dec & Jan
A wave of UK business collapses hit retail, energy, and legal sectors at the start of 2026. See the full list of firms that entered administration and why.
A wave of UK business collapses hit retail, energy, and legal sectors at the start of 2026. See the full list of firms that entered administration and why.
A Vincent Solicitors, with offices in Woolwich and Manchester, has been listed for sale after cash flow difficulties. Offers must be submitted by January 20.
Citizens Advice reveals the best and worst UK energy firms for customer service. Octopus Energy leads, while OVO and SSE are at the bottom. See the full rankings and consider switching.
Consumer Energy Solutions (CES) has ceased trading, entering administration with the immediate loss of almost 300 jobs in Swansea and Treorchy. Read the full story on the firm's collapse.
Citizens Advice ranks 16 UK energy suppliers. Discover which firms excel in customer service and which, like British Gas and OVO, are falling short. Is it time to switch?
Thousands of UK households receive a £150 energy credit this month via the Warm Home Discount Scheme. Find out if you're eligible and what to do if your payment is delayed.
Cardiff-based semiconductor firm IQE sees a strong H2 2025, with a 25% share price jump amid takeover talks. Revenue expected at £97m. Read the latest business update.
Newcastle law firm Ward Hadaway celebrates record financial results with turnover up 11.6% to £53.6m. Strong growth across all offices and key practice areas. Read the full story.
A UK solicitor firm's sudden closure has left bereaved families unable to access inheritances. Learn what the SRA says and what affected clients can do now.
UK households can save up to £55 annually by avoiding simple energy mistakes. The Energy Saving Trust reveals key tips for cheaper bills, including kettle use and standby mode.
British Gas reopens its Energy Support Fund, offering state pensioners up to £2,000 to tackle energy debt and fuel poverty this winter. Apply now for vital financial help.
Bogdan Popa died when his lorry overturned in high winds on the M74. His family is now taking legal action against his employer, XDP, alleging safety failures. Read the full story.
Octopus Energy advises UK households to set their thermostats between 18-21°C and avoid constant tweaking. This simple change could save up to £145 on annual energy bills.
Octopus Energy reveals customers paying by Direct Debit save around £93 per year on average. The supplier explains how the payment method leads to lower unit rates and smoother bills.
EDF Energy reveals three simple household tweaks can cut energy bills by £143 annually. Tips include thermostat adjustments and switching to LED bulbs. Start saving today!
OVO Energy announces a new franchising model to connect homeowners with local solar installers, predicting 2026 will be a record year for home solar as demand surges.
Regional law firm Wilkin Chapman Rollits has been ranked in the 'Elite' top 10 of the Chambers Student 2026 Guide for trainee solicitor satisfaction. Discover why their training programme excels.
Ofgem reveals £3.09bn in unclaimed energy credit. Use Martin Lewis's two-month rule to see if you're owed a refund. Contact your supplier today.
Gosforth-based Jan Forster Estates Ltd entered administration owing over £328,000. The business was sold to the founder's daughter in a pre-pack deal. Read the full report.
UK households face a £327.92 annual standing charge before using any energy, disproportionately impacting low-usage homes, renters, and single occupants. Learn how to fight back.
Bell Lamb & Joynson Solicitors opens a new central Liverpool hub at 20 Chapel Street, marking a major growth step and praising the city's legal sector. Discover the firm's expansion plans.
Newcastle law firm Sintons LLP celebrates a record year with turnover reaching £19.3m and significant team expansion. Discover how their commercial teams drove growth and their commitment to sustainability and community.
National financial planner Perspective Financial Group teams up with DJH in a 50/50 wealth management joint venture, aiming to fuel ambitious growth plans for both firms.
Gloucestershire engineering firm Versarien enters administration after a turbulent year of cash shortages and failed asset sales. Read the full story of the graphene specialist's collapse.
FBC Manby Bowdler, part of Adeptio Law Group, nearly triples its Birmingham legal team with five new partners from Top 200 firms, marking a major recruitment drive. Discover the ambitious expansion plans.
The promised £150 energy bill cut won't arrive until April 2026, leaving families facing peak winter prices. Discover why fixing your tariff now could offer faster relief and immediate savings.
Octopus Energy reveals a simple boiler setting tweak that could cut UK energy bills by up to £65 annually. Learn how to check your boiler type and adjust the flow temperature for greater efficiency.
Energy giants Octopus and EDF urge UK households to seal gaps around doors and windows. This simple step could prevent heat loss and save up to £80 annually on bills.
Ofgem's new price cap will see typical energy bills hit £1,758 from January 2026, a £500 increase on 2021. Charity warns six million UK children now live in fuel poverty.
Millions of British Gas, EDF, E.ON, Ovo and Octopus customers are urged to check fixed deals now. With the price cap rising in January, a quick switch could save households over £270 a year. Act fast to lock in savings.