Hi, Thanks for the input guys. i have decided to send him one final letter (recorded delivery) explaining this can all be resolved amicably or unfortunately he will face court charges etc etc. He has used the dps (which LL have to do, they cannot keep the money in their back pocket so to speak) but legally, if there is a disputed deposit he does not have to use their alternative independant adjudication process. (He has opted out of this as he has not got a leg to stand on). the next stage is court proceedings. i will await his reply. i have stated i will allow him until the 23rd of October and then i will start legal proceedings. Thanks