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    Feb 27, 2009, 11:36 AM
    How long can I be chased for a debt
    I have recently received a letter for debt collections company about a bill for a mobile phone account I had about 12 years ago, but as far as I know I didn't owe them anything. Are they allowed to do this after so many years? They say I owe £36.00. Can anyone help, as I am getting fed up getting phone calls and trying to explain myself!
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    Feb 27, 2009, 03:55 PM

    All you owe is 36 pounds ? Did you type that correctly?
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    Feb 27, 2009, 04:38 PM

    A valid debt never goes away and can be collected until paid.

    Tell them to either prove that you owe the amount or stop bothering.
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