Can bailiffs ignore a stay of execution?


No

Taking an enforcement step after the writ of control has been stayed is in breach of enforcement regulations.[1]

The debtor can sue for the breach,[2] and if goods have been removed, recover damages,[3] and costs.[4]

The debtor can also apply for an order for the return of removed goods, [5][6]or money taken by the bailiff.[7]



[1] Paragraph 6(3) of Schedule 12 to the Tribunals, Courts and Enforcement Act 2007
[2] Paragraph 66 of Schedule 12 to the Tribunals, Courts and Enforcement Act 2007
[3] Section 3 of the Torts (Interference with Goods) Act 1977
[4] Civil Procedure Rule 46.5
[5] Section 4 of the Torts (Interference with Goods) Act 1977
[6] Paragraph 66 of Schedule 12 to the Tribunals, Courts and Enforcement Act 2007
[7] Civil Procedure Rule 84.13