Centre for Social Justice publishes report on measuring vulnerability in council tax collection
The Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) has published a new report called ‘Vital Signs’ which looks at measuring vulnerability in council tax collection. The report is the fourth piece in a series of work designed to drive up standards in government debt collection. In 2020, the CSJ released ‘Collecting Dust’, which charted a new path […]
Read MoreConsultation on Consumer Credit Act Reform closing 21 July 2025
MALG Members are reminded that phase 1 of the consultation setting out the government’s proposal to reform the Consumer Credit Act (CCA) will close on 21 July 2025. This consultation seeks views on the proposals in relation to information requirements, sanctions and criminal offences. The government has identified opportunities to deliver a modernised regime which […]
Read MoreDebt advice integrated with mental health and other community services in Government’s 10 year Health Plan for England
The government’s new 10-year health plan for England aims to integrated debt advice with mental health and other community services within new neighbourhood health centres. These centres will provide a range of services, including those related to debt, employment, and stop smoking, all aimed at addressing the wider determinants of health. The plan also focuses on […]
Read MoreBob’s Blog: MALG Update June 2025
Hello to all our Members and Associates. In this edition of Bob’s Blog: AGM & National Members Meeting July 2025 – Register now! Podcast Episode 7: ‘Closer to the customer’ Annual Member Engagement Survey 2025 Credit Connect UK Industry Leaders List Conference 2025: Evolving Together – The Changing Landscape of Debt Policy Members Friday Forum […]
Read MoreGovernment to consult on regulation of enforcement sector
New reforms to the enforcement sector will protect the financially vulnerable and give those facing debt greater opportunity to settle at the earliest and cheapest stage possible, the UK Government says. Setting out plans to overhaul to the way sector operates, the Government today has outlined it will: Consult on plans for greater regulation of […]
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