In this week’s TGIF, we consider the recent case of Vita Group Ltd, in the matter of Vita Group Ltd [2023] FCA 400, in which his Honour Justice Jackman outlined practical changes to the way schemes of arrangement should be implemented through the Federal Court to make them simpler, faster and more cost efficient.

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After failed court-ordered mediation, Hostess Brands, Inc. – makers of iconic bakery goods that include Twinkies, Ding Dongs, Ho Hos and Wonder Bread – received permission from a bankruptcy court to cease operations and liquidate last week.

So, what does the impending liquidation of Hostess have to do with employee benefits? Well, one of the largest issues facing Hostess has been crippling union pension contributions, which have been reported as high as $1 billion.