Bailiff Help & Advice
Dealing with bailiffs (enforcement agents) for council tax, fines or other debts? We’ll explain your rights, how visits should work, and the steps to stop enforcement or agree an affordable repayment plan.
- What to do if bailiffs visit your home
- We can speak to bailiffs or creditors on your behalf
- Options to stop visits, set up payments or look at debt solutions
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Information is general guidance and not legal advice. We’ll explain your rights around peaceful entry,
controlled goods and vulnerability, and help you consider suitable options for your debts.
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- Write off unaffordable debt
- Lower your debt repayments
- Stop interest & charges soaring
To find out more about managing your money and getting free advice, visit Money Helper, an independent service set up to help people manage their money – or see if you qualify for Bailiff help.
We deal with all types of debt
From everyday household bills to serious enforcement action, we explain your rights and help stop bailiff action properly.
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Knowing your total debt helps us determine which bailiff help options and debt solutions may be suitable for you. You can also review the 3 simple steps or check the bailiff help FAQs.
How we help
with bailiffs
Got a Notice of Enforcement or a bailiff at the door? We explain your rights,
check if the visit is lawful, and give clear steps to stop or resolve enforcement.
We help you agree affordable repayments, challenge incorrect fees, and—where helpful—contact
creditors or enforcement companies on your behalf.
Need next steps?
check if you qualify for help.
What you can expect
We confirm the debt and stage of enforcement, explain exactly what bailiffs can and cannot do
(for most debts there’s no forced entry), and draft a realistic repayment proposal.
We can request pauses (including vulnerability reviews or Breathing Space),
and explore formal options that may stop enforcement completely.
You can also see the enforcement types we cover
Get bailiff help today
Start the conversation today and understand your rights with bailiffs.
Whether you’ve had a Notice of Enforcement, signed a Controlled Goods Agreement, or fear a visit,
we can speak to the enforcement company, challenge incorrect fees, and agree an affordable plan.
Our specialists are available 8am–8pm with clear, practical steps to keep you in control.
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Need help with a bailiff notice or visit? We’ll check if the action is lawful, explain what bailiffs can and can’t do, and contact the enforcement company to set up a realistic plan. Where appropriate we’ll ask for pauses, consider vulnerability, or explore formal solutions that can stop enforcement.
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Clear steps to handle enforcement, protect your rights, and cut unnecessary visits or fees. We deal with enforcement agents and creditors on your behalf so you stay in control.
Ready to take the next step? Check if you qualify for help.