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Government Announces Bailiff Reforms Amid Ongoing Court Delays
The government has stated that most possession cases do not require bailiff enforcement and is working to improve the efficiency of the system. Labour’s Lord Lemos reported in a written parliamentary answer that HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) is exploring measures to improve bailiff recruitment and retention.
These developments come as court backlogs continue to affect the property sector. The government’s focus on bailiff reforms is intended to address ongoing delays in the possession process.
For UK letting agents and inventory clerks, the announcement signals potential changes in how possession cases are managed and enforced. The government’s efforts to improve recruitment and retention of bailiffs may impact the speed and reliability of possession proceedings.
Source: Property118