Alex Worthington provides an important update on the most recent case in relation to NNDR and "box shifting" mitigation schemes.
Local Authority Recoveries
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Solutions for business rates and council tax collections, and problematic cases
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Pilot Project
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a 3-month trial pilot project.
As the leading team in the country dealing with local authority revenues, we will help you improve collections. We are recognised for our expertise in business rates and council tax, whether that be collections or specialist advice on ratings and avoidance issues.
We start with a careful and forensic look at each case – then we come up with a strategy to get a swift and successful recovery, whilst protecting your reputation.
NDR Regional Forums
We run regional NDR forums around the country to help local authorities come together and tackle common issues with non-payment. Collection of Non Domestic Rates (NDR) is a higher priority than ever before as local authorities edge closer to full retention and instances of fraud and avoidance are on the increase. With local authorities often facing the same problems, sometimes from the same businesses, it’s time for a new approach.
- Updates from Greenhalgh Kerr on ongoing current avoidance matters
- Feedback and tips on handling some of the most common avoidance schemes
- Opportunities for individuals to discuss ‘specific problem cases’ to see if these occur in any other Authority
- Advice and assistance with any collection and insolvency related issues arising whether these relate to NDR or Council Tax
Find your nearest NDR, Avoidance & Collections Forum:
Yorkshire
12th November 2026
North West
2nd November 2026
Essex
TBA
Norfolk
5th November 2026
West Midlands
6th November 2026
East Midlands
4th November 2026
South West
11th November 2026
Thames Valley
20th November 2026
London
26th November 2026
North East: 10th November 2026
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Richard Kerr
In 2003 Richard teamed up with fellow litigator Ian Greenhalgh, becoming a partner in 2006, and helped to grow the firm into the practice it is today. Clients appreciate his down to earth approachability, strong technical knowledge and results focused approach to litigation.
Nicky Kinnear
Nicky qualified as a solicitor in 2008 and joined Greenhalgh Kerr in 2020 after practising as an insurance fraud solicitor for several years. She is now a key part of the firm’s Local Government Finance offering and leads the Local Authority Recoveries Team. Nicky specialises in NDR and Council Tax liability disputes, large value recoveries and recoveries from deceased debtors including adult social care costs.
Alex Worthington
Alex completed his law degree at Queens’ College, Cambridge and joined Greenhalgh Kerr in 2017. He is now employed as Counsel and practices in each of the firm’s core business areas; Local Government Finance, Asset Finance, Insolvency and Landlord & Tenant.
Stephen Crossley
Stephen is an experienced Grade A Solicitor leading on defended and complex litigation for the local authority team.
He specialises in rates avoidance and complex council tax and NNDR recovery matters, with a strong focus on sharing knowledge and developing team expertise.
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