Insolvency & Law Business Advice Show
Peter Murray is the director of Insolvency & Law, a multi-award-winning consultancy providing commercial debt recovery, credit management and corporate insolvency solutions since 2009. Each week, we offer in-depth analysis of the issues affecting company directors and business owners.
Insolvency & Law Business Advice Show
Carrie-Ann James: What Next? Unpacking Her Role in High Street Group Limited
đź—‚ Episode Summary:
In this episode, we dive into Carrie-Ann James’ role in the downfall of High Street Group Limited, one of the most controversial cases involving investor losses of £126 million. As a former President of the Insolvency Practitioners Association (IPA) and an officer of the court, her actions—or inactions—raise serious concerns.
We explore:
- Her handling of High Street Group Limited’s administration
- Why investors were left with nothing while assets were quietly transferred
- How she’s moved on to a new role at Oury Clark despite unresolved questions
- The legal battles to uncover critical financial disclosures
- The pattern of dissolving companies linked to Gary Forrest
🚨 Key Takeaways:
⚠️ High Street Group Limited collapsed with £126 million in investor losses—yet Carrie-Ann James recovered nothing.
⚠️ She blocked legal efforts to access key documents by demanding excessive costs.
⚠️ Asset transfers to Hadrian Real Estate Plc (HRE) were undervalued, leaving Loan Note Holders unprotected.
⚠️ No accountability—no investigations from the IPA or regulatory bodies so far.
⚠️ Gary Forrest and his network continue to operate, while former administrators like Carrie move on.
🎯 Who Else Was Involved?
- Tony Hyams – Co-administrator of High Street Group Limited
- Gary Forrest – Director of HSG, orchestrator of asset transfers
- Steven Knight – Director of Castle Trust & Management Services (now liquidated)
- Steven Ross (FRP) – Key figure in handling dissolutions
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🔎 Final Thoughts:
The lack of transparency in High Street Group Limited’s administration is alarming. Regulators and legal bodies must take action. Meanwhile, Carrie-Ann James continues her career, leaving investors empty-handed.
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