The degree of misconduct required to deprive administrators or liquidators of their fees is misconduct that would have justified an order for their removal or replacement. Where parties agree to appoint administrators pursuant to Part 5.3A, the administration is governed entirely by the statutory provisions and not by any private intentions of the parties. An uncertain and conditional offer of financial assistance from a third party is insufficient to justify termination of a winding up.
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