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Bailiffs (Licensing) Bill [HL]

To make provision for the licensing of activities involving the judicial or quasijudicial seizure and sale of goods.

Originating House

House of Lords

Parliament last updated

24 October 2007

In Plain English

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This bill would introduce a licensing system for people who carry out seizure and sale of goods as part of court or quasi‑judicial processes. It aims to raise standards and accountability in enforcement actions to protect individuals from unfair practices.

Key Points

Introduces a licensing regime for bailiffs who seize and sell goods under court or quasi-judicial authority.
Aims to improve accountability by setting standards and oversight for bailiff practices.
Originating in the House of Lords; currently at the 2nd reading stage in the Lords.
First introduced in 2006, with the first reading taking place on 28 November 2006.

Progress

The bill is at the 2nd reading stage in the House of Lords; no further progression is shown in the provided details.

Who is affected?

Debtors and individuals subject to bailiff actionBailiffs and enforcement agenciesCreditors and lenders who use enforcement to recover debtsThe courts and judiciary involved in enforcement processesConsumer rights organisations and advocacy groupsSmall businesses and other organisations facing enforcement actions

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Bill Stages

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28 Nov 2006

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