Lucky Voice (Soho) Ltd Enters Administration
LUCKY VOICE (SOHO) LTD entered administration under Schedule B1 of the Insolvency Act 1986, according to a notice published in The Gazette on 7 October 2026. The administration application was brought before the High Court of Justice, Business and Property Courts of England and Wales, Insolvency & Companies List (ChD), under case number CR-2026-007692.
Gazette notice details
The official record published on 7 October 2026 confirms the court listing details:
- Notice type: Appointment of administrators
- Court: High Court of Justice, Business and Property Courts of England and Wales, Insolvency & Companies List (ChD)
- Court reference: CR-2026-007692
- Notice reference: 5225775
- Appointing party and administrator details: [Shown in the creditor report →](#offers-creditor)
Company snapshot
According to Companies House, [LUCKY VOICE (SOHO) LTD](/company/04991636) was incorporated on 10 December 2003 under company number 04991636.
- Registered office address: 55-56A Poland Street, London, England, W1F 7NN
- Primary SIC Code: 56302 (Public houses and bars)
- Current status: Active (administration notice filed in October 2026)
- Financial accounts: Latest financial figures were not supplied in the notice data.
Directors and ownership
Official filings at Companies House record the officers and persons with significant control for the company:
Current directors and secretaries
- Baroness Martha Lane Fox: Appointed as director on 12 December 2003. Country of residence: United Kingdom. Date of birth: February 1973.
- Mr Nicholas Thistleton-Smith: Appointed as director on 12 December 2003. Country of residence: United Kingdom. Date of birth: April 1969. He also served as company secretary from 12 December 2003 until his resignation on 8 July 2013.
- Mrs Emma Thistleton-Smith: Appointed as company secretary on 8 July 2013.
Former officers
- Amersham Services Limited: Corporate nominee director (10 December 2003 to 12 December 2003).
- Pemex Services Limited: Corporate nominee director (10 December 2003 to 12 December 2003) and corporate nominee secretary (10 December 2003 to 12 December 2003).
Persons with significant control (PSC)
- Lucky Voice Group Ltd: Notified on 6 April 2016 as holding 75% to 100% of shares and voting rights in the company.
These records represent statutory filings made with Companies House.
What administration means for creditors and customers
When a UK registered company enters administration under Schedule B1 to the Insolvency Act 1986, a statutory moratorium takes immediate effect. This moratorium prevents creditors from commencing or continuing legal proceedings, enforcing security, or executing distress against company assets without leave of the court or permission from the administrators.
General information for affected parties includes:
- Statutory moratorium: All formal debt recovery activity is suspended.
- Submitting claims: Unsecured creditors must submit a formal proof of debt to the court-appointed administrators once their contact details are confirmed.
- Customer bookings: Operational decisions regarding honouring advance deposits or bookings fall under the statutory powers of the administrators.
- Professional guidance: Creditors seeking to evaluate recovery prospects should obtain independent legal or insolvency advice.
Recent filings and Gazette activity
The entry into administration followed the publication of Gazette notice 5225775 on 7 October 2026. Prior to formal insolvency appointments, trade partners and commercial landlords frequently check for petition listings or court filings using a comprehensive winding up search. Conducting a regular winding up search helps risk management teams spot distressed counterparties before formal court appointments occur. Running a statutory winding up petition search across court lists ensures that supply chain disruptions are identified early.
Creditor action decision framework
| Creditor Status | Primary Risk | Statutory Protection / Action | Immediate Action Required |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Unsecured Trade Creditor | Non-payment of outstanding invoices | Statutory moratorium under Insolvency Act 1986 | Submit proof of debt to administrators upon appointment notification |
| Commercial Landlord | Unpaid rent / lease forfeiture restriction | Moratorium blocks peaceable re-entry without court leave | Contact administrators regarding ongoing occupation and rent reserve |
| Secured Lender | Priority over fixed / floating asset distribution | Rights governed by security documents and registration order | Verify registration via a company charge check |
Standard due diligence workflow for corporate distress
When a key counterparty enters formal administration, commercial teams should follow a structured due diligence workflow:
1. Identify exposure: Audit outstanding accounts receivable, unfulfilled orders, and open contracts.
2. Monitor court records: Register for free company monitoring to track statutory filings at Companies House as administrators submit initial reports.
3. Establish administrator communication: Obtain administrator contact details and reference numbers from subsequent court filings or Gazette notices.
4. Review security interests: Verify whether supply contracts contain valid Retention of Title (ROT) clauses.
Manual counterparty checks vs automated intelligence
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FAQ
What happens when a company enters administration?
When a company enters administration under Schedule B1 to the Insolvency Act 1986, insolvency practitioners are appointed to manage the affairs of the business. A legal moratorium comes into effect, halting enforcement action by creditors.
How can creditors submit a claim in administration?
Creditors must complete and submit a proof of debt form detailing their outstanding claim to the appointed administrators, supported by invoices and contract documentation.
Who owns Lucky Voice (Soho) Ltd?
Companies House records state that Lucky Voice Group Ltd holds between 75% and 100% of the shares and voting rights in Lucky Voice (Soho) Ltd.
What is a statutory moratorium in administration?
A statutory moratorium is an automatic legal freeze under the Insolvency Act 1986 that prevents creditors from taking legal action, enforcing security, or seizing assets without permission from the administrators or the court.
How do I check if a UK company is facing an administration or winding-up petition?
You can verify court listing details, administration notices, and petition records by carrying out a statutory winding up petition search or setting up automated monitoring on Corp Intel.
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