Credit Searches are ONLY allowed if you have authorised them. I suggest you write to Westcot demanding they show you this proof (ie your signature) within 7 days. Copy this to Equifax.(posted 8225 days ago)If nothing is forthcoming, write to Equifax this time and demand that the searches are removed as you did not authorise them. If they refuse, then give them one more chance, pointing out that this is potentially libellous (people will assume you have applied for credit when, in fact, you haven't) - strong-arm tactics, but they do work (I know, it worked for me !).