Frequently Asked Questions

The Tribunals Courts Enforcement 2007 (TCE) introduces two processes, one for High Court Writs and one for all other cases – the latter process being named a “Warrant of Control”. In non-High Court enforcement there are 3 distinct stages: 1. Compliance Stage 2. Enforcement Stage 3. Sale Stage The cost to the debtor increases with each distinct stage. At High Court there is an additional enforcement stage.

If you are experiencing payment difficulties and would like to set up a specific payment arrangement, please contact a member of our friendly welfare team (javascript:void(0))to discuss your proposal. Alternatively, if you need help confronting financial problem there are a number of national debt advisory services recommended by the government, who will help you for free. Click here to for more details. (undefined)

Your debt will not go away. We are obliged by law to enforce your debt. If you ignore our correspondence you will be visited by an Enforcement Agent, which will result in: • Your debt increasing. Visit our Regs & Fees page (javascript:void(0))for a breakdown of fees that can be added to your account. • Your right to pay in instalments may be withdrawn • Your goods may be seized and removed without warning

If you refuse to pay what you owe, further costs will be added to your debt. If you continue to refuse to pay, the Local Authority will consider their options for recovery. Depending on the type and level of debt they could apply to the Magistrates for: • Committal to prison • Bankruptcy • Attachment to Earnings / Benefits • County Court Judgement It is important to note that these actions can have a detrimental effect on your credit rating. This can affect your ability to obtain a loan, credit card or mortgage in the future.

Yes. The letter(s) / Notice that you have received from us will have your Dukes Reference and Client Reference number on. You must use this information to log in to our online application. Once you log in you will be able to • Find out details about your debt including the total costs and fees added to your account (at the time of when you are logged in) • See the total balance of your account • Make payment in full • Request a payment arrangement • Confirm the date of when your next payment is due • Download a copy of your account statement • Seek independent debt advice Login to manage your account now.(https://services.dukeslimited.co.uk/CollectPortal/index.html?bid=3)

Yes. Debt Collectors use intelligent technology to identity a debtors current address based on financial data. It is not possible to hide from debts.