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I have recently received an order from the council seeking possession of my council house. I owe just under £1,000 in rent arrears. My local advice centre says there will be a duty solicitor in court. Is this correct?

Actions for possession on the grounds of rent arrears are heard at the County Court. There is no duty solicitor at the County Court, only the Magistrates Court, although Citizens Advice Bureau workers are sometimes on hand at County Courts to give advice on matters such as this. In any event I would advise you not to leave things until the last minute: it is very important that you should consult a solicitor or advice centre about the repossession order straight away, you may be eligible for some form of legal aid.

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