Section A1: Overview

Insolvency Act 1986 · 1986 c. 45View on legislation.gov.uk

Part A1: Moratorium — Chapter 1: Introductory

This Part contains provision that enables an eligible company, in certain circumstances, to obtain a moratorium, giving it various protections from creditors set out in this Part.

In this Chapter section A2 introduces Schedule ZA1 (which defines what is meant by an "eligible" company).

Chapter 2 sets out how an eligible company may obtain a moratorium.

Chapter 3 sets out for how long a moratorium has effect.

Chapter 4 sets out the effects of a moratorium on the company and its creditors.

Chapter 5 contains provision about the monitor.

Chapter 6 contains provision about challenges.

Chapter 7 contains provision about certain offences.

Chapter 8 contains miscellaneous and general provision, including—

special provision for certain kinds of company;
definitions for the purposes of this Part;
provision about regulations under this Part.

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