Britain’s Insolvency Landscape – 50,000 Companies on the Brink

Latest reports show that almost 50,000 companies are now on the verge of collapse, struggling under the combined weight of tax hikes, inflation, and ongoing economic instability. For many directors, these challenges aren’t abstract statistics; they’re the daily reality of running a business right now. At Simple Liquidation, we’ve seen firsthand how quickly financial strain can escalate when cash flow tightens and costs keep rising. If your company is one of the many feeling the pressure, now is the time to understand your options and take control before the situation worsens. This highlights three major forces pushing businesses towards insolvency: Higher Taxes – Recent changes to corporation tax, dividend taxation, and business rates have increased the financial burden on companies. For businesses already running on tight margins, even a small percentage rise in tax can tip the balance from profit to loss. Persistent Inflation – While the headline inflation rate has eased from its pea...