Maurice Webb Limited Faces Winding-Up Petition

On 24 September 2026, a court petition was presented against MAURICE WEBB LIMITED under case number CR-2026-007396 at the High Court Central Registry. The record, derived from the public CE-File system, lists the proceedings under the classification "Companies - Part 8 Claim - Other Originating Part 8". The presentation of a petition is the initial formal court filing and does not constitute a determination of insolvency by the court.

Petition details

The details recorded on the Central Registry of Winding-up Petitions are as follows:

Company snapshot

According to Companies House, MAURICE WEBB LIMITED was incorporated on 21 July 2014. The company's registered office address is recorded at Willmotts, 12 Blacks Road, London, Greater London, W6 9EU.

The business is classified under Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) codes 68209 (Other letting and operating of own or leased real estate) and 98000 (Residents property management / private households). Financial figures and turnover metrics are not contained within the court data source.

Directors and ownership

Public filings at Companies House list the following active officers for MAURICE WEBB LIMITED:

Resigned officers listed on the public register include director John Robert Jenkinson (resigned 23 July 2026) and Roderick James Hugh Mcleod Corrie (resigned 6 March 2025). The register records that Maurice Webb Property Investors Limited (09256465) was notified as a Person with Significant Control (PSC) on 6 April 2016 and ceased on 13 June 2025. Subsequent PSC statements were registered on 23 July 2025.

Recent filings and Gazette activity

No notices in The Gazette were included in the court data feed for this reference. High Court filings are entered onto the public registry prior to any statutory advertisement.

How to run a winding up petition search

When court entries appear on public cause lists, commercial counterparties often perform a winding up petition search to determine if formal insolvency proceedings or originating claims exist. Under section 122 of the Insolvency Act 1986, creditors may petition the court where debts remain unpaid. However, Part 8 claims can also involve corporate structure, property governance, or shareholder applications.

To evaluate risk exposure effectively, credit controllers and commercial advisers can follow this assessment process:

1. Verify court records: Check the filing details on the High Court cause list and compare against the daily winding-up list.

2. Review current balance: Audit outstanding invoices, contractual obligations, and unfulfilled commitments.

3. Conduct a broader check: Perform a wider winding up search to ensure no connected entities are subject to separate court actions.

4. Direct engagement: Contact company management or legal representatives to verify the underlying context of the filing.

Counterparty exposure assessment

The table below outlines a standard risk-ranking framework used by credit control teams when evaluating court listings:

| Risk Level | Trigger Condition | Recommended Action |

| :--- | :--- | :--- |

| Low | Part 8 originating claim, standard trading history | Confirm status with management; monitor ongoing court filings. |

| Medium | Statutory demand served or petition advertised in The Gazette | Review credit terms; request pro-forma payment structure for new orders. |

| High | Winding-up petition presented by HMRC or major trade creditor | Freeze account credit lines; seek legal counsel regarding s.127 disposition risks. |

For example, a trade vendor supplying services to a property management firm would temporarily restrict credit exposure while case CR-2026-007396 progresses through the High Court.

Corporate intelligence and court monitoring

Historically, credit managers and legal professionals tracked petitions manually by checking Companies House WebCHeck, scanning The Gazette, and calling the High Court Central Registry. This fragmented approach increases the risk of missing early court notices.

Corp Intel consolidates High Court CE-File entries, statutory notices, and Companies House corporate data into a unified feed. By enabling free company monitoring, risk teams receive automated email alerts whenever new legal filings or officer changes are registered.

For credit teams, lawyers and lenders

Credit underwriters, property conveyancers, and corporate lenders require early notice of court actions prior to releasing funds or executing contracts. Failing to identify a High Court presentation can lead to bad debt exposure or transactional complications under insolvency law. Automated cause-list monitoring ensures legal and credit teams detect court claims at the point of presentation.

How to investigate further

To review the status of MAURICE WEBB LIMITED:

FAQ

What is a Part 8 claim recorded at the High Court?

A Part 8 claim is a procedural court application used under the Civil Procedure Rules where substantial disputes of fact are not anticipated. In commercial contexts, Part 8 claims often deal with property disputes, corporate governance, or statutory applications.

Does presenting a petition mean a company is insolvent?

No. The presentation of a petition is a formal court initiation and does not mean the court has ruled that the company is insolvent.

How long does it take for a court petition to be heard?

Hearing schedules depend on judicial capacity, but court petitions are generally set for hearing several weeks after filing to allow time for response and service.

Where are winding-up petitions advertised?

Where a petition proceeds to formal advertisement, notice is published in The Gazette in accordance with statutory insolvency regulations.

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.

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