Unpaid Small Claims debt, whats the next stage - Baliffs?

Unpaid Small Claims debt, whats the next stage - Baliffs?

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steveatesh

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Tuesday 30th June 2015
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Briefly, I contracted for a transport service but the goods arrived damaged, Self employed courier disclaimed all responsibility, even though there was evidence of negligence. Went through the small claims procedure and won my case, obtaining an award of just over £1100 from the courier. So far so good.

He has failed to pay within the stipulated 14 days, so what is the best option to enforce the judgement against him?

I have read on here previously about bailiffs etc, if that was the best route is there a process I have to go through with him before application to the court or can I just go straight to the court and ask for the relevant legal thingy.

And whats these High Court bailiffs, are they different?

Advice appreciated thanks.