Who is appointed by the court as liquidator in a compulsory liquidation?

In a compulsory liquidation, the court appoints an Official Receiver as the liquidator. The Official Receiver is an officer of the court and serves to ensure that the winding-up process is conducted legally and fairly. Their responsibilities include taking control of the company's assets, investigating its financial affairs, and ultimately distributing any available assets to creditors according to legal priorities. This role is critical in protecting the interests of stakeholders during the liquidation process.

While an Insolvency Practitioner can serve as a liquidator, they are typically appointed in voluntary liquidations or other types of liquidations initiated outside of court. A Debt Manager does not have the authority to act as a liquidator and generally functions in a different capacity, focusing on managing debts rather than overseeing a company's winding-up. A Company Director, while they may have insights into the company's operations, does not have the legal standing to be appointed as a liquidator in a compulsory liquidation. The appointment of the Official Receiver ensures an impartial and structured approach to the liquidation process.