If you do not leave your home by the date given on the possession order, your landlord can get an eviction warrant. Bailiffs must give you notice, including the time and date of eviction. This notice must be given at least 14 days before evicting you.
If your landlord has not gone through the proper steps for eviction, or if you have not been given notice by the bailiffs, the eviction may be illegal. If you have received an eviction notice that bailiffs are coming to your home, you should get help straight away. Speak to Citizens Advice, and speak to your council about getting help finding somewhere to stay.
If you are still in your home on the date of the eviction, the bailiffs will ask you to leave. They may allow you to gather your belongings, but they do not have to. It is a good idea to move them before the date or to have them ready to go. If you leave any belongings behind, your landlord must keep your belongings for a reasonable time, but you should collect them as soon as you can.
Bailiffs must have their identification with them. You should ask to see it. Bailiffs should not use violence or offensive language.
Illegal Evictions
If you are in immediate danger, call the police. This may include when the proper steps have not been followed and someone is trying to evict you, or if the bailiffs refuse to show their identification. Call your council immediately if you have been illegally evicted. You may be able to apply for an injunction. You may also be able to get compensation.
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