Accessing bank account

Adamamant · 13 August 2018 at 4:30PM

Hi guys, I just have a quick question. I was declared bankrupt the beginning or last week after unsuccessfully trying to sort things out....massive relief now. I have one slight problem since declaring my bank account to the examiners I noticed this morning that a payment of Carer’s allowance has been paid into it (I have sorted future payments out this morning). The account is still not frozen but I am unsure about taking the money out. I have tried contacting the receiver by phone and email but had nothing back as of yet and I am concerned about it being frozen before I am told what I can and can’t do.

Anyone had any experience of this or can offer advice?

Thank you

TheGardener · 14 August 2018 at 6:58AM

If the account has your usual money for living costs in it - its fine to take it out and use it for that purpose. I would move it as quickly as possible as the account will probably be frozen or closed by the bank pretty soon.