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DO NOT IGNORE OR TRY TO AVOID PAYING A BENEFIT OVERPAYMENT INVOICE
Your overpayment will be recovered from you whether you remain on state benefit or are back at work.
Unpaid debt WILL result in court action.
Any fees incurred will be added to your debt and recovered on top of your original debt.
| Recovery Order | £30.00 |
| An Oral Examination at Court | £40.00 |
| A bailiff visit to your home | £45.00 |
| An attachment to your earnings | £50.00 |
Call the Overpayment Team now on 01202 451594 and make an arrangement to pay your debt.
You can pay by instalments, using cheque, cash, debit card or standing order.
| Contact details | |
|---|---|
| Bournemouth Council | |
| Town Hall, Bourne Avenue Bournemouth BH2 6DY | |
| Tel: 01202 451451 | |
| Fax: 01202 451000 | |
| Minicom: 01202 454728 | |
| Email: Enquiries | |