Dishonest company directors should not benefit from proposals to make it easier for bankrupts to continue in business, says Experian.

The information solutions company that tracks company directors is concerned that plans to weaken the law on bankrupts could reduce protection for consumers. The government wants to end the stigma of bankruptcy and allow individuals the chance to become directors again.

Seven per cent of UK company directors or 210,000 people have been involved in more than one failed company, Experian said.

Around 3,000 people have more than ten failed companies behind them.


The 2025 Insurance Times Awards took place on the evening of Wednesday 3rd December in the iconic Great Room of London’s Grosvenor House.

Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
Many congratulations to all the worthy winners and as always, huge thanks to our sponsors for their support and our judges for their expertise.

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