Changing Lives publishes report on impact of the rising cost of living on people with multiple unmet needs
Changing Lives, a national charity, supporting thousands of people in the most challenging of circumstances, has published a report entitled ‘Priced Out’ on the impact of the rising cost of living on people with multiple unmet needs. The report’s key findings are: The rising cost of living has had a devastating impact on people with […]
Read MoreFinancial Services Bill to unlock growth and investment across the UK
Legislation to enhance the competitiveness of the UK financial services sector and unlock tens of billions of pounds of investment across the UK economy was introduced to Parliament today (Wednesday 20 July). The Financial Services and Markets Bill repeals hundreds of pieces of EU retained law to deliver a comprehensive model of regulation for the […]
Read MoreDebt charities call on Ofgem to “ramp up” protection for people with energy debt
The UK’s three largest debt charities have called on the energy regulator Ofgem to urgently increase protections for people with energy arrears, as rising costs continue to impact households. Citizens Advice, the Money Advice Trust and StepChange Debt Charity are warning that with a further substantial rise in the energy price cap coming in October, […]
Read MoreStepChange reports positive client outcomes during first year of Breathing Space
People who accessed Breathing Space through StepChange in its first year of operation were more likely to complete advice, enter a debt solution, and achieve more positive wellbeing outcomes than other clients, says a new evaluation. Clients taking advantage of Breathing Space in its first year have experienced markedly improved outcomes compared to those who […]
Read MoreMoney Advice Liaison Group (MALG) celebrates 35th anniversary with launch of Ambassador programme
Money Advice Liaison Group (MALG), the not-for-profit membership organisation with the aim of ‘working together to improve the lives of people in debt’, celebrated its 35th anniversary at a National Members Meeting in London on 14 July 2022 with the launch of a new Ambassador programme. MALG CEO Bob Winnington took attendees through MALG’s history […]
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