Debt

There are many agencies who offer excellent support to those suffering with debt problems. You might be interested in IVA’s or bankruptcy. Perhaps you want to find out more about your rights regarding repossessions or bailiffs. Are you being chased for a debt and want to know how to stop it?

The links below provide information and resources in relation to debt.

If you can’t find what you are looking for why not try our legal answers service or speak to a barrister.

Legal Resources

www.insolvencyhelpline.co.uk
A free independent and impartial debt advice service.

www.adviceguide.org.uk/index/life/debt.htm
Debt advice from the Citizens Advice Bureau.

www.nationaldebtline.co.uk/
The helpline that provides free confidential and independent advice on how to deal with debt problems.

www.lawcentres.org.uk
The Law Centres Federation is the national body for a network of community based Law Centres which provide free, independent legal advice and representation to the most disadvantaged members of society. Law Centres provide help insolving everyday problems, such as getting decent housing, dealing with discrimination, or obtaining the correct benefits.

www.adrnow.org.uk/
ADR is alternative dispute resolution – a range of options for resolving disputes without going to court. ADR includes mediation, adjudication, arbitration, conciliation and ombudsman schemes. The ADR Now website gives an overview of ADR schemes in the UK, an outline of how they work, and an honest appraisal of their pros and cons.