Practical problems before the courts and tribunals

A range of different courts and tribunals is involved in housing work, and an of understanding this provides the foundation to an integrated PRS enforcement approach, taking into account civil and criminal procedures and possible remedies. All investigations should be thorough and ensure that good evidence is collected that proves a particular set of offences in accordance with the relevant legislation. LAs need clear approaches to civil or criminal penalties which may have consequences for subsequent decisions and actions, including any publicity pertaining to the case. All decision-making should sit within the LA framework of law enforcement.