Default notice. How long do they stay on your credit rating?

My partner and I both received default notices for our credit cards whilst in hospital with our new born baby. Hers was for £40 in June 07 and mine £60 in July 07. Both credit card companies were made up to date by July / August respectivly. How long will these stay on / effect our credit rating?

Default notice. How long do they stay on your credit rating?
It depends what state your in..