Debt that isn't mine

[JB]

A company called Robinson Way called me yesterday to discuss an outstanding debt of �84 to a company called Boxclever. I've never heard of Boxclever and after a bit of internet research, it seems that they rent out t.v.'s and small appliances etc. I've never rented anything! Anyway, Robinson Way couldn't tell me when the 'debt' was incurred, or what it was for, but they did think that I was still at my previous address (which I moved from over 12 years ago!) I did tell them to call me back when they had full details, but that I did not believe that the debt was mine, and in any case I thought that it would be statute barred given the timescales involved. Today I received another phonecall, and had to go through the whole thing again, and when I went out for 2 hours, I came back to 5 answerphone messages! Is there anything I can do to stop this? If the debt was mine (and I am certain that its not!) it would be bad enough. Incidentally, when I moved home 12+ years ago, I paid to have my BT number transferred with me, so have been contactable the whole time! Apologies for the long (and boring!) post, but any input would be welcome. thanks

[trt]

Next time they phone, ask for the persons name, department and managers name etc, and tell them you will be reporting them for harassment.

[jen78]

I'd ask for full details in writing.

[Twenty20]

There are many articles about Robinson Way online, have a look on the Consumer Action Group forums for instance (you'll also find standard letters to send to these people there).

The Statute of Limitations prevents them chasing debts over 6 years old (with some caveats).

[Bivvysenior]

Boxclever is the trading Company name after the merger of Radio Rentals and Granada in 2001. They rented domestic video and Tv with white Goods.

[amonty1144]

Hi, there is a lot of these about, have a look at this link and send a letter requesting a deed of assignement, i suspect it will then go away.

http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showthread .html?t=370548

[JB]

Thanks for the help - they rang again today and went through the whole thing again. Am a bit reluctant to start corresponding in writing as they don't have my current address (yet) and I don't want to volunteer this information - don't see why I should! They still can't tell me what its for or when its from, so have told them not to call again until they can provide this info - will wait and see what happens.