Regulation of Bailiffs Bill

A Bill to require the Secretary of State to introduce a regulatory regime for bailiffs which would preclude the making of multiple fee charges without explanation; to introduce guidelines for dealing with potentially vulnerable debtors; and for connected purposes

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

26 April 2013

In Plain English

AI-generated

The Bill would require the government to create a regulatory regime for bailiffs to prevent charging multiple fees without clear explanations. It would also set guidelines for how bailiffs should treat people who may be vulnerable to debt, and cover related purposes. The aim is to make debt enforcement fairer and more transparent.

Key Points

Creates a regulatory regime for bailiffs to be overseen by the government
Precludes or limits charging multiple fees without explanation
Introduces guidelines for dealing with potentially vulnerable debtors
Covers related purposes and enforcement mechanisms under a broader regulatory framework

Progress

The Bill is currently at its 2nd reading in the House of Commons. If advanced, it would proceed to the committee stage for detailed scrutiny.

Who is affected?

Debtors and households in debtPeople who may be vulnerable to debt (e.g., due to health, disability, or low income)Bailiffs and debt collection agenciesCreditors and lenders that hire bailiffs (e.g., local authorities and private creditors)

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Regulation of Bailiffs

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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