If you’ve recently been made bankrupt or your company is entering compulsory liquidation, you’ll likely be required to complete an Official Receiver questionnaire, also known as the PIQC (Pre-Interview Questionnaire – Corporate or Personal). At Temple Chambers Law, we help individuals and directors understand and respond correctly to this legal document.

What Is the Official Receiver Questionnaire?

The PIQC is a detailed written questionnaire sent out before your Official Receiver interview. It requires you to disclose full information about your finances, employment, asset history, and reasons for insolvency. The answers are used to assess your case before the interview takes place.

Why Is the Official Receiver Questionnaire Important?

Your completed PIQC form helps the Official Receiver:

• Understand how your debts or company liabilities arose
• Identify any possible misconduct or wrongful trading
• Determine which assets should be recovered or sold
• Assess your level of cooperation and accuracy

A poorly completed form or failure to return it may lead to further scrutiny or even criminal prosecution.

What Information Is Required?

The Official Receiver questionnaire will typically ask for:

• Personal details and identification
• Employment and business history
• Assets, savings, and property ownership
• Details of creditors and liabilities
• Any recent transactions or asset transfers
• A full timeline explaining the cause of insolvency

Tips for Completing the PIQC Correctly

• Be thorough and honest in your answers
• Provide documentation where possible (bank statements, contracts, etc.)
• Do not leave questions blank
• If unsure, seek legal guidance before submitting

What Happens If You Ignore the PIQC?

Failing to complete or return the PIQC form can result in:

• Further legal action or court orders
• Referral for investigation into non-cooperation
• Stronger scrutiny during your interview
• Possible criminal charges for failing to comply with the Insolvency Act

Support from Temple Chambers Law

If you have received an Official Receiver questionnaire, our insolvency specialists can:

• Review your answers for accuracy and risk
• Help draft a legally sound and professional response
• Prepare supporting documentation
• Protect your position if you’re a director of a company under investigation

Call us now on 0203 5764 202 or contact us for confidential legal support with your PIQC or Official Receiver form.