Debt Relief Order - query on what paperwork required

pauli

hello, i am currently on a DMP with the CCCS but my budget amounts are set really low and i'm not manageing on it, they have suggested a Debt Relief Order as an alternative which i am considering, however i have got a question that they can't answer without referring me through to the other department which requires an appointment so i am hoping someone here can help please.

I live with my fiance but the tenancy agreement and bills are all in his name, although we go 50/50 on everything, now this is fine for the DMP as they don't need any evidence of how muich your rent and bills are, they just take your word for it, but with a Debt relief order would they need actual proof of how much i pay for things like gas and electric?

Also I am in arrears with council tax from a previous address, council tax couldn't be included in my debt management plan as it's an essential service - i am assuming the same applied with a DRO, in which case can the amount i am paying each month on my council tax arrears be taken into account as part of my normal expenses?

Thanks very much

dojoman

There is a thread at the top of the page dedicated to DRO`s, if you post this question there you may get more advice

pauli

Thanks