Debt Management (Department for Communities, Northern Ireland)
In Northern Ireland, Debt Management recovers overpaid benefits, and this line takes enquiries about recovery of overpaid benefits, including Direct Earnings Attachments. If you are having difficulty repaying, it says to call as soon as possible to talk about your repayment plan.
Before you call
They can
- talk with you about a repayment plan if you are in financial hardship or finding it hard to repay
They cannot
- answer outside Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm
- take enquiries about Discretionary Support loans, Support for Mortgage Interest or public utility debt deductions on this number: the page lists a separate number for each
In the emergency guides: Money is being taken from my wages →
- Phone
- 0800 587 1322
- Website
- https://www.communities-ni.gov.uk/contacts/debt-management
- Hours
- Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm
- Coverage
- Northern Ireland
- Languages
- English
- Last checked
- October 10, 2026
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