Winding Up Insolvent Charities Under the Court’s Inherent Jurisdiction - A Practical Guide

Introduction

Are you advising a struggling unincorporated charity facing closure - but unsure how to proceed without the protection of the Insolvency Act 1986?

For many charities, particularly unincorporated ones, the standard insolvency routes are not available. That’s where the court’s inherent jurisdiction comes into play - a powerful but often misunderstood mechanism for winding up a charity.

Join us for a focused webinar exploring the legal foundations, procedural steps, and practical considerations of winding up a charity through the court’s inherent jurisdiction. You will gain insights essential for advising clients in this complex and nuanced area.

Register now to equip yourself with the legal tools needed to guide your charity clients through a proper and lawful wind-up process.

What You Will Learn

This webinar will cover the following:

• When and why to wind up a charity
• Different types of charities
• Relevant law
• Key steps in the winding up process
• Charity commission
• Appointment of a liquidator

This pre-recorded webinar will be available to view from Wednesday 11th February 2026

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