Dukes Bailiffs Limited has been appointed to Derby City Council's Provision of Debt Resolution Services contract, further strengthening our presence across the Midlands. The appointment reflects our continued commitment to delivering ethical, effective debt recovery services for Local Authorities while supporting positive outcomes for councils and residents alike.

Dukes has been recognised as one of the UK's Best Workplaces for Wellbeing™ 2026 by Great Place to Work® UK. The award reflects our ongoing commitment to creating a workplace where colleagues feel supported, valued and empowered to thrive both professionally and personally.

Dukes has secured first placement status on the Cumberland Council contract, providing Council Tax and Business Rates debt recovery services and further strengthening its growing portfolio of local authority partnerships.

Dukes has been shortlisted for Employer of the Year at the Staffordshire Chambers Business Awards 2026, recognising our commitment to employee development, community engagement and delivering meaningful social value across Staffordshire.

Dukes is proud to be shortlisted for Employer of the Year 2026, recognising its commitment to building careers in professional enforcement, supporting recovery professionals and delivering compliant enforcement services across the UK.

Dukes is proud to be shortlisted for two Credit Strategy Awards, recognising both our commitment to responsible enforcement practices and the emerging talent helping to shape the future of the enforcement sector.

Dukes has officially been named one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Development™ 2026, reflecting our commitment to career growth, professional development and creating a supportive workplace culture where people can build long-term careers.

Dukes was proud to be named Innovator of the Year at the Credit & Collections Industry Awards 2026, recognising our contribution to ethical enforcement, professional standards and modern debt recovery services across the UK enforcement sector.

From 1 May 2026, major changes to the Taking Control of Goods Regulations will come into effect across the enforcement sector. In this update, Dukes Bailiffs Limited outlines the new fee uplift, extended notice periods, enhanced customer protections and what these changes mean for clients moving forward.

Dukes’ Customer Hub has been recognised by CIVEA for its commitment to supporting residents in enforcement, demonstrating how a professional, transparent and empathetic approach can transform engagement at the compliance stage. By focusing on clear communication, early intervention and tailored support for vulnerable individuals, the team helps residents better understand their options while contributing to fairer outcomes and improved service standards across local authority

Dukes has been shortlisted for multiple CIVEA Excellence Awards, recognising its commitment to professional, ethical and innovative enforcement services.

Dukes Bailiffs, a leading UK debt recovery and enforcement company, has been recognised as a Top 50 UK Best Workplace 2026, achieving a 92% culture score and reinforcing its people-first approach to ethical enforcement.

Dukes Bailiffs Reappointed by North East Derbyshire District Council. We have been reappointed to deliver enforcement services for North East Derbyshire District Council (NEDDC), marking the third consecutive contract in a trusted seven-year partnership.

Dukes, leading UK Debt Recovery Specialists, are celebrating national recognition at the Credit Strategy Collections and Vulnerability Awards. With Laurence Bowden named Agent of the Year and our Contact Centre Team shortlisted alongside Santander, it’s another proud moment for Team Dukes.

Dukes has renewed its Cyber Essentials certification, reaffirming our commitment to protecting client data and maintaining the highest cybersecurity standards. This UK Government-backed accreditation demonstrates that Dukes has robust safeguards in place against common cyber threats, giving clients confidence that their information is handled securely and responsibly.

Dukes is proud to have won the CSA Awards 2025 Merit Award, recognising excellence in frontline service and ethical enforcement. Read more about Laurence’s achievement and what it means for our team.

Dukes has been shortlisted for two prestigious CSA Awards 2025, recognising both our award-winning enforcement teams and our innovative customer service. With Senior Customer Hub Agent, Laurence Bowden, named a Merit Award finalist and our Marketing Team shortlisted for Best Marketing & Communications Initiative, these nominations highlight how Dukes is setting new standards in ethical, values-led debt recovery.

Following the recent investigation by the Enforcement Conduct Board (ECB) into Marston Holdings Limited, Dukes Bailiffs Limited (“Dukes”) wishes to provide reassurance to all stakeholders regarding its own operational standards and practices.

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