In-depth Relate study highlights links between debt and relationships
One in seven (14%) GB adults in debt has hidden debt from a partner, and half of these (7%) are currently doing so, according to a new report published today by leading relationship support charity, Relate. Feeling ashamed about debt is the number one reason why people hide it from their partner, with over half […]
Read MoreThe Money Charity launches new Budget Builder
The Money Charity, who are exhibiting at the MALG Conference on 27 November 2017, has announced the launch of its new Budget Builder: “We believe that it is more important than ever for people to make sure they are on top of, and in control of, their money. Our handy tool is a great way […]
Read MoreRight Place Right Time – Helping people with their finances when they need it most
Guest research from the Money Advice Service: The Money Advice Service carried out over 3,500 online surveys to bridge the gap in financial understanding and improve engagement with millions more people in the UK at relevant moments in their lives. Key findings: * Almost six in ten working age adults in the UK were […]
Read MoreMoney Advice Trust report finds councils passed 2.3m debts to bailiffs in 2016/17 – a 14% jump in two years
The use of bailiffs to collect debts owed to local authorities in England and Wales has jumped by 14 percent in two years, according to new report Stop The Knock 2017 by the Money Advice Trust, the charity that runs National Debtline. The report will be showcased at the MALG Conference on 27 November. More […]
Read MoreEquifax cyber-attack: consumer fact sheet
On 7 September 2017, Equifax Inc in the US, announced that it had been the victim of a criminal cyber-attack and that some historical UK data had been affected. This fact sheet is designed to answer questions that UK consumers may have about the incident and how it could impact them. Who is Equifax and […]
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