Dukes Reappointed by North East Derbyshire District Council: Reinforcing Our Leadership in Ethical Enforcement

We’re delighted to announce that Dukes Bailiffs has once again been reappointed to deliver enforcement services for North East Derbyshire District Council (NEDDC). This marks our third consecutive contract with NEDDC over a partnership spanning seven years, a true testament to the trust, professionalism, and ethical approach that underpin every aspect of our work.

A Proven Partnership Built on Trust and Performance

The renewed contract will run for two years, with an optional two-year extension, and covers key local authority debt streams including:

• Council Tax (1st placement & recycled)

• NNDR (Business Rates – 1st placement & recycled)

• Housing Benefit Overpayments (HBOP)

Setting the Standard for Ethical Enforcement

At Dukes, we’ve built our reputation on ethical enforcement, exceptional customer service, and community engagement. Our teams consistently demonstrate that compassionate, compliant, and effective recovery not only supports financial sustainability for councils, but also helps individuals manage debt in a fair and respectful way.

Our local Enforcement Agents, have played a key role in strengthening on-the-ground relationships with the Council. Their professionalism, together with the dedication of our Customer Hub, Client Hub, Client Management Team, and Bid Team, ensures that Dukes continues to deliver results that align with the highest standards of fairness and transparency.

Strengthening Our Local Government Partnerships

Commenting on the reappointment, Sarah Naylor, Sales Director, said:

“We’re delighted to confirm the reappointment of one of our long-standing local authority clients, a testament to the strength of our partnership, consistent performance, and the trust we’ve built over the years.”

Why Clients Choose Dukes

Our continued success with NEDDC highlights why local authorities and private sector clients choose Dukes as their trusted enforcement partner:

• ✅ Ethical, compliant, and transparent enforcement practices

• ✅ Proven performance and measurable recovery outcomes

• ✅ Experienced and accredited Enforcement Agents working in local communities

• ✅ Technology-led solutions that enhance efficiency and accountability

• ✅ Long-term partnerships built on integrity and trust

Looking Ahead

As we enter the next chapter of our partnership with North East Derbyshire District Council, we remain focused on raising industry standards, strengthening local relationships, and delivering ethical enforcement solutions that make a real difference.

Here’s to continued success, collaboration, and shared achievement, proving once again that teamwork, trust, and ethics are the foundation of effective debt recovery.