Syd Barrett

Debt Problems - Legal Action by Your Creditors
By far the majority of actions in court to recover debt are taken under the 'small claims' procedure, which is intended to provide a relatively inexpensive and simple means for creditors to recover small debts (under 3,000). If the disputed amount is over 3,000* or if the matter is particularly complicated, the case may be heard under normal court procedures and the defendant will typically be represented by a solicitor or a barrister. In this case the loser of the action will become liable for costs, which can be very high, in addition to whatever order is made against him.