change method of refund payment

I've just completed my SA for income earned before leaving UK and am due a refund. As I'm no longer living in the UK the refund absolutely must not be paid by cheque. How do I ensure that it's paid into my UK bank account before the cheque is issued?

Hi,
You can post the cheque to your UK bank with a paying-in slip or present your cheque by taking a photograph, if you have a mobile app for your UK bank account. If the cheque cannot be submitted via your online banking you can ask your overseas bank if they can cash the cheque - you may have to pay the bank a fee. we can send a replacement cheque to a nominee, who you appoint and who has a UK bank account.  
Thank you

Hi. Thanks for the response but that completely avoids the question. I've been through all this before. I can't deposit a cheque and need it to not be issued. My wife had just had her refund paid by direct debit so I know it's possible. Why does HMRC insist on using outdated methods? I need the deposit made to my bank before the cheque is issued. Please just tell me how to change the way the refund is paid.