Resolution Foundation publishes briefing on inequalities in the use of consumer credit in the UK
Low-income households have seen the fastest rise in the use of consumer debt since the financial crisis, and are too exposed to financial shocks, according to new research published on 15 January by the Resolution Foundation. An outstanding balance? explores changes in the use of consumer debt – including credit cards, store cards, mail order and […]
Read MoreGambling on credit cards to be banned from April 2020
The Gambling Commission has announced a ban on gambling businesses allowing consumers in Great Britain to use credit cards to gamble. The ban, which comes into effect on 14 April 2020, follows the Commission’s review of online gambling and the Government’s Review of Gaming Machines and Social Responsibility Measures. A public consultation was carried out between August and November […]
Read MoreBob’s Blog: MALG National Members Meeting 6 February 2020
Happy New Year from MALG! We’re kicking off an exciting 2020 with details of our upcoming National Members Meeting at Capital One‘s offices in London on 6 February 2020. If you are eligible to attend MALG National Members Meetings, you should receive an email invitation with a password-protected Eventbrite link to register your attendance later […]
Read MoreScottish Government publishes Debt Advice Routemap for Scotland
The Scottish Government has published the ‘Tackling problem debt advice: routemap’ which sets out its vision for a user-centred, collaborative and sustainable free debt advice system in Scotland. The actions set out in the routemap are all aimed in some way to improve how users find and experience free debt advice but recognises that these actions […]
Read MoreBob’s Blog: MALG Members – Let’s get social in 2020
Seasons greetings from the Money Advice Liaison Group! As we reflect on 2019, MALG’s role as a facilitator of challenging debate and joint action to improve the lives of people in debt over the long term seems more relevant than ever. Our aim for 2020 is to ensure that our unique and ever-growing membership, […]
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