The ever-growing army of debtors has forced bailiffs to increase employment. For instance, Harju County bailiff Elin Vilippus has increased her team by a half.
When I was writing the story 'Hundreds of people broke under the pressure last year', I asked the bailiff whether the income of bailiffs had increased on account of this massive increase in debtors.
"I had to get more staff for my office. I need more employees. This means that income has not increased," she noted.
There are currently 25 paid employees in Vilippus' office, plus a few who do extra work. "They help the bailiff to carry out execution procedures," said the bailiff about their duties. "This year, I also hired two assistant bailiffs, who can carry out execution procedures on my behalf," she added.
Vilippus says that the debts of some people bring fortune to others, as processing the debts gives people work. "This is certainly true. It should be seen as positive that I can offer jobs to people."
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