HC Deb 23 July 1993 vol 229 c517W
Mr. Hood

To ask the President of the Board of Trade what discussions he or his Department have had with A. F. Budge (Construction).

Mr. Neil Hamilton

A. F. Budge (Contractors) Limited went into administrative receivership on 4 January 1993 and compulsory liquidation on 24 February of the same year. There are provisions requiring the receiver to make a note on the public record at Companies House and to advertise his appointment from which my department would become aware of the receivership.

Mr. Hood

To ask the President of the Board of Trade when he was informed of the receivership of A. F. Budge (Construction); and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Neil Hamilton

A. F. Budge (Contractors) Limited went into administrative receivership on 4 January 1993 and compulsory liquidation on 24 February of the same year. I am not aware of any discussions between my department and the receivers or the company except matters relating to the administration of the insolvency proceedings.