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Council use of bailiffs on the rise—no longer a last resort?

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Published on: 10 September 2015

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Original news
What are local authority's powers to appoint bailiffs?
What are the cost implications for local authorities when appointing bailiffs? How does that balance with not getting payment for fines?
How does the report fit in with the pressure on local authorities to manage/cut their budget?
What are the trends in this area and what are your predictions for the future?

Article summary

Local Government analysis: A recent freedom of information request revealed that council use of bailiffs has increased 16% in two years. Alistair Gregory, commercial litigation partner at Stephensons, explains some of the legal aspects of this trend.

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