Challenging Unlawful Council Actions

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The user seeks to challenge council tax actions based on principles of individual liberty and lawful authority. They are advised to ensure council actions are lawful and within statutory authority, and to use principles of individual liberty to challenge any unlawful actions. The user is also guided on how to formally address concerns regarding bailiff conduct, proof of debt ownership, fee breakdown, legal right to collect, harassment, liability order verification, and compliance with the Taking Control of Goods Regulations 2013.

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Cau you write any relevant points from above into this letter: Your name Address Postcode Email Address Date Bailiff Company NameCompany Address Postcode Subject: Formal Complaint and Request for Proof of Debt and Fee Breakdown. Dear [Company Name], I am writing to formally address several concerns regarding your recent actions and demands in relation to a council tax debt purportedly owed by me.I believe that the conduct of your bailiffs has been inappropriate and possibly unlawful, and I require immediate clarification and resolution of the following issues: *. **Proof of Debt Ownership:**- Please provide a copy of the deed of assignment and any other documentation that proves you own the debt.- Without this proof, the alleged debt will not be paid back to the creditor. - **Case Law:** * Harrison v. Link Financial Limited [*] EWHC B3 (Mercantile)* emphasizes that a debtor is entitled to see evidence that the creditor has the right to collect the debt. *. **Detailed Fee Breakdown:**- I request a comprehensive breakdown of all fees added to the principal debt amount. This should include the basis for each fee and the dates they were applied.*. **Legal Right to Collect:**- Offer evidence that your company is authorised to collect this debt under the applicable UK laws. - **Case Law:** *Wood v. Forde [*] EWCA Civ ** highlights the necessity for clear authority to collect debt. *. **Harassment:**- There have been multiple instances where your bailiffs have acted in a manner that I consider to be harassing. I have documented these instances and am prepared to provide evidence if necessary. Harassment by bailiffs is a serious matter, and I expect it to cease immediately. *. **Liability Order Verification:**- I request verification of the liability order, including a copy of the order itself and any related court documentation. It is essential to confirm the legitimacy of this q *. **Taking Control of Goods Regulations *:**- As per the Taking Control of Goods Regulations * and relevant case law, you are required to comply with these requests. Failure to do so may result in formal complaints being lodged with the relevant authorities, including the Financial Ombudsman Service. I expect a response within 14 days to avoid further escalation of this matter.A DSAR will be formally requested in due course. Yours sincerely,
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Your Name
Address
Postcode
Email Address
Date
Bailiff Company Name
Company Address
Postcode
Subject: Formal Complaint and Request for Proof of Debt and Fee Breakdown
Dear [Company Name],
I am writing to formally address several concerns regarding your recent actions and demands in relation to a council tax debt purportedly owed by me. I believe that the conduct of your bailiffs has been inappropriate and possibly unlawful, and I require immediate clarification and resolution of the following issues:
*. **Proof of Debt Ownership:**
- Please provide a copy of the deed of assignment and any other documentation that proves you own the debt.
- Without this proof, the alleged debt will not be paid back to the creditor.
- **Case Law:** *Harrison v. Link Financial Limited [*] EWHC B3 (Mercantile)* emphasizes that a debtor is entitled to see evidence that the creditor has the right to collect the debt.
*. **Detailed Fee Breakdown:**
- I request a comprehensive breakdown of all fees added to the principal debt amount. This should include the basis for each fee and the dates they were applied.
*. **Legal Right to Collect
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*. **Legal Right to Collect:**
- Offer evidence that your company is authorised to collect this debt under the applicable UK laws.
- **Case Law:** *Wood v. Forde [*] EWCA Civ ** highlights the necessity for clear authority to collect debt.
*. **Harassment:**
- There have been multiple instances where your bailiffs have acted in a manner that I consider to be harassing. I have documented these instances and am prepared to provide evidence if necessary.
- Harassment by bailiffs is a serious matter, and I expect it to cease immediately.
*. **Liability Order Verification:**
- I request verification of the liability order, including a copy of the order itself and any related court documentation. It is essential to confirm the legitimacy of this claim.
*. **Taking Control of Goods Regulations *:**
- As per the Taking Control of Goods Regulations * and relevant case law, you are required to comply with these requests. Failure to do so may result in formal complaints being lodged with the relevant authorities, including the Financial Ombudsman Service.
I expect a response within 14 days to avoid further escalation of this
Carry on from this point: further escalation of this
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I expect a response within 14 days to avoid further escalation of this matter. A Data Subject Access Request (DSAR) will be formally requested in due course.
Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]
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If you need any further assistance or additional information, please let me know.
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Your Name
Address
Postcode
Email Address
Date
Bailiff Company Name
Company Address
Postcode
**Subject: Formal Complaint and Demand for Proof of Debt and Fee Breakdown**
Dear [Company Name],
I am writing to formally address my serious concerns regarding your recent actions and demands related to a purported council tax debt. The conduct of your bailiffs has been inappropriate and potentially unlawful. Immediate clarification and resolution are required.
*. **Proof of Debt Ownership:**
- Provide a copy of the deed of assignment and any other documentation proving you own the debt.
- Without this proof, no payment will be made to the creditor.
- **Case Law:** *Harrison v. Link Financial Limited [*] EWHC B3 (Mercantile)* affirms that a debtor is entitled to see evidence that the creditor has the right to collect the debt.
*. **Detailed Fee Breakdown:**
- Provide a comprehensive breakdown of all fees added to the principal debt amount, including the basis for each fee and the dates they were applied.
*. **Legal Right to Collect:**
- Offer clear evidence that your company is authorised to collect this debt under
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*. **Legal Right to Collect:**
- Offer clear evidence that your company is authorised to collect this debt under applicable UK laws.
- **Case Law:** *Wood v. Forde [*] EWCA Civ ** underlines the necessity for clear authority to collect debt.
*. **Harassment:**
- Documented instances of what I consider harassment by your bailiffs have occurred. I am prepared to provide evidence if necessary.
- Harassment by bailiffs is a serious concern and must cease immediately.
*. **Liability Order Verification:**
- Provide verification of the liability order, including a copy of the order and any related court documentation. This is essential to confirm the legitimacy of your claim.
*. **Taking Control of Goods Regulations *:**
- As per the Taking Control of Goods Regulations * and relevant case law, you must comply with these requests. Failure to do so will result in formal complaints to the relevant authorities, including the Financial Ombudsman Service.
I expect a response within 14 days to avoid further escalation of this matter. A Data Subject Access Request (DSAR) will be formally requested in due course.
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I expect a response within 14 days to avoid further escalation of this matter. A Data Subject Access Request (DSAR) will be formally requested in due course.
Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]
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If you need any further assistance or additional information, please let me know.