Thinking about closing: do it safely
If you're thinking of closing, get free advice first. Closing a company properly is cheap; getting it wrong can leave you personally liable.
Roughly worth: Free advice; striking off a company costs £18 by post
First step: Ring Business Debtline before you decide anything.
Who it is for
Any business owner considering closing or restructuring. Only a licensed insolvency practitioner can act if the business can't pay its debts. Be wary of 'debt solution' firms advertising online.
How to get it
Ring Business Debtline on 0800 197 6026 first. For a company that can pay its way, strike-off is through Companies House. If it can't pay what it owes, find a licensed practitioner through R3; many offer a free first meeting.
Run by Business Debtline, Companies House, R3. Last checked 14 October 2026 against the official source.