Urgent action needed to help millions struggling with Covid-19 council tax debt
The UK’s three largest debt charities have called on the Government to change ‘ineffective’ regulations on how councils collect council tax arrears to protect households who have fallen behind due to coronavirus. Citizens Advice, the Money Advice Trust and StepChange Debt Charity fear that with council tax enforcement measures likely to restart soon, many residents who are […]
Read MoreMoney Saving Expert and The Open University launch unique, free financial education course
The UK’s biggest consumer website, MoneySavingExpert.com (MSE) and world-leading distance learning institution, The Open University, have teamed up for an ambitious new project, launching on 21 May 2020, to help give the nation the skills and knowledge to master their finances. MSE’s Academy of Money (mse.me/ou-academy) is a new, completely free and independent academic financial […]
Read MoreThe Coronavirus (Scotland) (No.2) Bill published
The Coronavirus (Scotland) (No.2) Bill was published on 11 May 2020. The Bill will be subject to an expedited procedure and subject to Parliament’s approval, is likely to come into force by the end of the month. Scottish Minister for Business, Fair Work and Skills, Jamie Hepburn, said: “We are aware of the ongoing financial […]
Read MoreBob’s Blog: MALG National Members Meeting presentations and Coronavirus update
All of our lives and those of our clients and customers continue to feel the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic and I sincerely hope you and your families are all well. As an organisation based around face-to-face national and regional meetings, we have had to quickly adapt to new ways of working and I trust you feel […]
Read MoreMALG Friday Forum insight: Coronavirus and money advice sector capacity – the calm before the storm?
The UK’s debt and money advice sector has been preparing itself for unprecedented demand amid the widespread economic implications of the Coronavirus ‘lockdown’. Organisations have been quick to adapt to the ever-changing circumstances to ensure that advice and support can continue for those who still need it most, and that help is there for those […]
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