The Certificated Bailiffs Association was formed in 1906 to provide a central organisation for certificated bailiffs and civilian enforcement agents and to encourage ethical and professional conduct.

 

There are two main categories of membership which are based on passing our professional examination: corporate membership is for businesses and private membership for individuals.  Certificated bailiffs employed in the public sector are welcome to join.

 

All members are required to comply with the Association’s Code of Practice.  Regular members meetings are held throughout the year and we publish a monthly newsletter called INFO (a complimentary copy is available from the Secretary).  We also publish a Yearbook which contains  the Association’s Rules, membership directory and other useful information.

 

The Association is a member of the international professional body for bailiffs, Union Internationale des Huissiers de Justice et Officiers Judiciaires, and is pursuing full membership.  We maintain good working relations with our partners in the enforcement industry:  the Association of Civil Enforcement Agents, the Under Sheriff’s Association and the Sheriffs Officer’s Association of England & Wales.

 

We liaise with the IRRV, the credit industry and the advice sector.  We consult with central Government on bailiff policy and legislation.

 

Although we are not a dispute resolution forum, we are concerned about the reputation of our members and therefore investigate complaints under our disciplinary procedure.  All complaints must be in writing and addressed to the Secretary.

 

The Certificated Bailiffs Association has been cultivating a professional approach to civil law enforcement for over 90 years.

 

Certificated Bailiffs Association

Ridgefield House

14 John Dalton Street

Manchester

M2 6JR

Tel: 0161 839 7225 Fax: 0161 834 2433