Suppliers unable to chase fees after film producer’s 50 companies are struck off
Film producer Alan Latham has had 50 of his production companies compulsorily struck off the UK register by Companies House. This action has left numerous film industry workers unable to pursue legal claims for unpaid fees.
Why it matters
The dissolution of these entities highlights a regulatory loophole that prevents creditors from seeking restitution when production companies are forcibly closed.
Liz Hurley filmed scenes for Alan Latham’s City Girls in 2021. There is no evidence that she was unpaid for her work. Photograph: Rich Gold/Alamy View image in fullscreen Liz Hurley filmed scenes for Alan Latham’s City Girls in 2021. There is no evidence that she was unpaid for her work. Photograph: Rich Gold/Alamy Film industry Suppliers unable to chase fees after film producer’s 50 companies are struck off Removal of Alan Latham’s firms means there is no longer an entity for creditors to make claims against
The article reports on factual regulatory actions and worker grievances without using loaded language or taking a political stance.
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