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The Civil Enforcement Association

CIVEA is an independently funded association formed to represent all private certificated bailiffs in England and Wales.

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Civil Enforcement

"The use of bailiffs to enforce debts by seizing goods has long been the most effective and controversial method of debt collection available in English Law."

- Citizens Advice 2006

Code Of Practice

Promoting higher industry standards in Civil Enforcement, we have drawn up a code of practice to fulfil our aims.

CIVEA members agree to abide by the Code of Practice and adhere to the National Standards for Civil Enforcement Agents.

FAQ

Q.What is the formal complaints procedure?

Our complaints procedures are fully funded by the association...

Q.How can CIVEA help with formal complaints?

If you have a concern about a certificated bailiff, CIVEA may be able to assist in the complaints procedure...

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17th May, 2013

Beat the Bailiff - Go to Jail
Over recent years members of CIVEA have experienced a steady increase in both the number and seriousness of attacks against bailiffs. More alarmingly, ...

17th May, 2013

Take No Notice
There are currently numerous websites and forums which advise debtors to display notices on their property stating that they have withdrawn consent fo ...

19th December, 2012

Local Government Ombudsman
CIVEA has recently raised questions with the Local Government Ombudsman (LGO) with regard to the recent publication of reports and comments ...

17th February, 2012

MoJ Bailiff Consultation
CIVEA welcomes the long awaited publication by the Ministry of Justice today of its consultation paper ‘Transforming bailiff action’. We hope th ...

31st October, 2011

Exposure TV Programme - 31.10.11
The Civil Enforcement Association expects its members to adhere to the industry guidelines wherever appropriate and has a clear complaints procedu ...