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amoladakasth

I have received a "Notice of Enforcement" from Excel for a person of a similar name to myself.

The notice relates to council tax on a property that I have had no association with since 2010. (when I separated) NB. it belonged to my ex-wife, who purchased it in 1996, and sold it c.2016.

The Council Tax liability order on the unrelated property is for April 2025-March 2026, c.£3k.

Public records show that this property was sold in July 2025, and again in June 2026, I don't know to whom, and I would assume that they are liable for the council tax, or proportion thereof.

I have lived at my entirely geographically separate (same local authority) residence since October 2021, and I have council tax payment receipts and entry onto the Electoral Register as proof.

I have seen and heard Martin Lewis complaining about the unfairness of Council's seeking libility orders, and I'm now experiencing it.

I'll be greatful for forumites advice, before I respond to Excel/Local Authority etc. Should I also be contacting Credit Reference Agencies?

Ta,

Andrew.

amoladakasth

Anyone? Anyone? Bueller? Anyone?

DiamondLil

I think you've posted this in the wrong forum; you'll get more help here:

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/categories/other-reclaiming-mortgage-fees-council-tax-etc

sourcrates

I suggest you write a letter, stating the above, and pass it to the bailiff when they attend your property.

Do not allow the bailiff into your home, pass the letter through a window or leave it outside for them, under no circumstance allow them inside.

You are not the debtor, so its not your problem, but you must protect yourself here.

Liability orders are granted by a magistrate on application from the council, it will not leave any mark on your credit file.