Fairplane Solicitors Limited Enters Administration
FAIRPLANE SOLICITORS LIMITED, a legal services firm based in Swansea, entered administration following a notice published in The Gazette on 7 October 2026. The administration proceedings were initiated in the High Court of Justice Business and Property Courts, Insolvency & Companies List (ChD) under court case number CR-2026-007594. The specific insolvency practitioners appointed to manage the process were not stated in the published source.
Case timeline
| Date | Step | Source |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 2026-10-01 | Notice of appointment of administrator filed | Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions |
| 2026-10-07 | Administrator Appointed (Gazette notice 2410) | The Gazette |
The court record shows that the initial notice of appointment of an administrator was lodged on 1 October 2026 with the Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions, prior to formal statutory publication in The Gazette on 7 October 2026.
Gazette notice details
The statutory notice provides the following court and company reference details:
- Company Name: FAIRPLANE SOLICITORS LIMITED (Trading as The Refu)
- Company Number: 09365728
- Notice Date: 7 October 2026
- Court: High Court of Justice Business and Property Courts, Insolvency & Companies List (ChD)
- Case Number: CR-2026-007594
- Appointing Party: [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor)
- Administrators and Firm: [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor)
Company snapshot
Official records at Companies House show that FAIRPLANE SOLICITORS LIMITED was incorporated on 23 December 2014.
- Registered Office: Orchard House, Swansea, SA1 5BY
- Standard Industrial Classification (SIC): 69102 (Solicitors)
- Corporate Status: Active
- Latest Financials: Not available in the registry summary.
Further registration details are listed on the FAIRPLANE SOLICITORS LIMITED profile.
Directors and ownership
The public register records the following historic and current officers and persons with significant control (PSCs):
Current Officers and PSCs
- Mr Ian Patrick Fitzpatrick: Appointed as director on 31 January 2024. Recorded as a person with significant control since 31 January 2024, holding 75% to 100% of shares, 75% to 100% of voting rights, and the right to appoint and remove directors.
- Mr Martin Christopher Malone: Appointed as director on 31 January 2024.
Former Officers and PSCs
- Mr Simon Solomon Pinner: Appointed as director and company secretary on 23 December 2014; resigned both positions on 31 January 2024. Recorded as a PSC from 6 April 2016 until control ceased on 31 January 2024.
- Mr Daniel Edward Morris: Appointed as director on 23 December 2014; resigned on 29 June 2022. Listed as a PSC from 6 April 2016, with control recorded as ceased on 29 June 2022 and 31 January 2024 across respective register entries.
- Ms Ann Louise Griffiths: Appointed as director on 5 March 2022; resigned on 12 September 2022.
All details reflect statutory entries filed with the registrar.
What administration means for creditors and customers
When a UK company enters administration under Schedule B1 to the Insolvency Act 1986, a statutory moratorium takes immediate effect. This creates a legal stay protecting the corporate entity from winding-up petitions, court proceedings, or asset seizures without court approval or administrator consent.
For creditors, clients, and suppliers:
- Claims Process: Creditors must submit formal proofs of debt directly to the appointed administrators once details are published.
- Contractual Rights: Outstanding contracts remain subject to review by the administrators.
- Legal Moratorium: Unsecured creditors cannot commence legal action or enforce security while the moratorium is active.
Disclaimer: This section provides general background on UK statutory insolvency processes and does not constitute legal advice.
Recent filings and Gazette activity
Gazette notice reference 2410 was published on 7 October 2026 under High Court case CR-2026-007594. Risk managers and legal advisers evaluating counterparties should perform a winding up search to ensure potential court actions or insolvency notices across related entities are identified.
How to run a winding up petition search
Credit underwriters and legal advisers dealing with law firms and professional service practices require structured verification procedures to assess credit risk before executing agreements.
Creditor Action Checklist
1. Check High Court Cause Lists: Search regional and London court rolls for live petitions.
2. Run a Winding Up Search: Perform a winding up search across historical and active court records.
3. Inspect Companies House Forms: Verify recent insolvency submissions, including administrator appointment forms.
4. Automate Tracking: Set up alerts to identify statutory filings immediately.
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FAQ
What is the purpose of Schedule B1 administration?
Administration under Schedule B1 to the Insolvency Act 1986 places an insolvent company under the control of licensed practitioners to attempt business rescue, maximize returns for creditors, or realise assets for distribution.
How do creditors log claims with administrators?
Creditors must complete and submit a formal Statement of Claim (Proof of Debt) along with supporting invoices or contracts to the administrator once formal contact procedures are established.
Where can I check if a business faces an insolvency petition?
You can verify live court applications and advertised notices by conducting a online winding up search.
Does administration automatically result in liquidation?
No. Administration creates a temporary moratorium to explore restructuring, business sales, or asset realisations. Liquidation is a separate legal process aimed strictly at closing the business and distributing assets.
Why are daily monitoring alerts necessary for credit teams?
Automated tracking notifies risk managers immediately when High Court filings, officer resignations, or Gazette notices occur, allowing credit terms to be amended before formal insolvency notices are published.