Bishop Facades Limited Faces Winding-Up Petition
A winding-up petition was presented against BISHOP FACADES LIMITED on 9 September 2026 under case number CR-2026-006991 at the High Court Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions. The presentation of a petition represents an early court filing by a creditor and does not constitute a legal determination of insolvency; the final outcome remains a matter for the court.
Petition details
| Attribute | Detail |
| --- | --- |
| Case Number | CR-2026-006991 |
| Court Registry | High Court Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions (CE-File) |
| Presentation Date | 9 September 2026 |
| Filing Type | Companies - Petition - Winding Up Petition |
| Petitioning Creditor | [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
| Alleged Debt Amount | [Check the creditor report →](#offers-creditor) |
Company snapshot
BISHOP FACADES LIMITED is an active private limited company incorporated on 9 August 2021 under company number 13554585.
- Registered Office: Unit 1 (Franklins Yard Compound A), Rawreth Industrial Estate, Rayleigh, Essex, England, SS6 9RL
- Primary SIC Code: 43290 (Other construction installation)
- Latest Financial Accounts: [Check the creditor report →](#offers-creditor)
Official filings on the Companies House register confirm the corporate record remains active.
Directors and ownership
According to statutory entries, the management and ownership of the company are recorded as follows:
- Mr William Henry Slater: Director (appointed 9 August 2021; born January 1992; British nationality; resident in England).
- Mr Jason Frederick Wells: Director (appointed 9 August 2021; born September 1973; British nationality; resident in England).
- Mr William Henry Slater: Person with Significant Control (notified 9 August 2021; holds 25% to 50% of shares, 25% to 50% of voting rights, and the right to appoint or remove directors).
- Mr Jason Frederick Wells: Person with Significant Control (notified 9 August 2021; holds 25% to 50% of shares, 25% to 50% of voting rights, and the right to appoint or remove directors).
These details reflect factual information registered at Companies House. The listing of company officers or beneficial owners does not imply personal liability, involvement in the petition, or any form of misconduct.
Recent filings and Gazette activity
As of 11 September 2026, no statutory advertisement concerning case CR-2026-006991 has appeared in The Gazette. Under Rule 7.10 of the Insolvency (England and Wales) Rules 2016, a petitioner typically advertises notice of the petition no less than seven business days after service on the registered office and no later than seven business days before the court hearing, unless granted relief by court order.
What this means for suppliers, creditors and counterparties
When a court record indicates a pending petition under the Insolvency Act 1986, commercial counterparties evaluate their ongoing financial exposure. Section 127 of the Act dictates that any transaction involving company assets made after petition presentation is void if a winding-up order is subsequently granted, unless validated by the court.
Counterparty Risk Decision Framework
1. Quantify Ledger Exposure: Check total unbilled work, open invoices, and retainage balances.
2. Adjust Trading Terms: Consider placing future credit deliveries on pro-forma or cash-on-delivery terms.
3. Monitor Bank Account Status: Recognise that lenders and financial institutions often restrict bank accounts once a petition becomes public to manage Section 127 liability.
4. Track Court Schedules: Review today's cause list regularly to identify listed hearing dates.
Realistic Scenario: Trade Credit Review
A specialist building materials distributor holding a £40,000 ledger balance with a subcontractor discovers a petition filing. Performing an immediate winding up search allows credit risk officers to hold unfulfilled shipments before public advertisement triggers bank account restrictions. Executing a timely winding up search ensures commercial teams rely on verified court documents rather than industry gossip.
How to run a winding up petition search
Credit risk teams check formal records across multiple authorities:
1. CE-File Central Registry: Checks for active insolvency petitions presented in the High Court.
2. The Gazette: Tracks statutory notices published prior to court hearings.
3. Companies House: Verifies filed accounts, officer appointments, and registered charges.
While manual cross-checking of courts and registers requires manual effort, credit intelligence software aggregates these records instantly. Setting up free company monitoring delivers immediate alerts if new charges, filings, or court notices affect a counterparty.
For credit teams and suppliers
Credit managers, conveyancers, and commercial lenders require immediate visibility when a counterparty faces legal petitions. Unregistered liabilities or missed court filings prior to contract completion can result in voided payments under section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986. Conducting a verified winding up search during client onboarding or credit reviews mitigates bad debt risk and ensures complete audit defensibility.
FAQ
What does the presentation of a winding-up petition mean?
Presentation indicates that a creditor has filed a formal court application seeking an order to wind up a company over an outstanding debt. It marks the commencement of court proceedings but is not a ruling of insolvency.
How long after presentation does a court hearing occur?
Hearings are usually scheduled between 4 and 10 weeks following presentation, depending on court listing availability and procedural requirements established under Insolvency Service guidance.
Can a winding-up petition be dismissed or withdrawn?
Yes. A petition may be dismissed, struck out, or withdrawn if the underlying debt is settled, successfully disputed on bona fide grounds, or settled under agreed terms prior to the court hearing.
What is the effect of Section 127 of the Insolvency Act 1986?
Section 127 provides that if a winding-up order is ultimately granted, any disposition of the company's property made after the date of presentation is void unless validated by a court order.
Disclaimer
This report summarises a petition recorded at the Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions. Presentation of a petition is not a determination of insolvency; the outcome is a matter for the court. Companies believing they are named incorrectly should email contact@corp-intel.co.uk.