Number of CCJs against consumers has fallen for first time in six years
New figures from the Registry Trust indicate that in 2018, there were 1,115,099 County Court judgments (CCJs) were registered against consumers in England and Wales, a fall of two percent on 2017. New figures from the Registry Trust indicate that in 2018, there were 1,115,099 County Court judgments (CCJs) were registered against consumers in England and Wales, […]
Read MoreWomen in Credit Awards 2019 shortlist revealed
Now in its second year, the Women in Credit Awards shortlist has been revealed as Credit Strategy recognises the achievements of women across the entire credit and financial services industry. View the shortlist here.
Read MoreThe end in sight for doctors’ charges for mental health debt forms
MALG is delighted with the news today that the BMA – the professional body for all UK doctors – has agreed as part of the new Five Year GP contract with NHS England that: GPs in England will stop charging for completing the Debt and Mental Health Evidence form – paperwork that people with […]
Read MoreTaking Control campaign: 8 in 10 people back call for bailiff regulation
11 debt and mental health organisations which make up the Taking Control campaign are calling on the government to establish an independent regulator to clean up the bailiff industry and protect people from the harm that poor debt collection practices cause. Citizens Advice’s new figures show that regulation has significant public support. National polling, […]
Read MoreBob’s Blog: National Members Meeting and new members to welcome
Hello to all our Members, Associates, Supporters and Friends! January has passed us by in a flash and here we are well into February with some fantastic MALG milestones already under our belt. More to follow below on what we’ve been up to so far this year… As you know, my aim for this year […]
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