Bob’s Blog: MALG National Members Meeting, welcome to new members, and other 2018 events
I’d like to start by wishing everyone a very Happy New Year! I hope that you all enjoyed the festivities and feel refreshed and rejuvenated for a successful 2018. The first thing on the agenda for MALG this year is the first National Members Meeting which will be held at Bond Dickinson’s offices in London […]
Read MoreDebt Solutions in the UK: Recommendations for Change
This report from the Money Advice Service sets out final recommendations resulting from an in-depth review into the effectiveness of debt solutions in the UK. The review incorporated a comprehensive study of the available literature and primary qualitative research with individuals who have used the solutions. It also included sector-wide engagement through expert workshops, interviews, […]
Read MoreCall to make New Year’s Resolutions for next year’s Christmas spending
An estimated 7.9 million people are expecting to fall behind with their finances this January as a result of Christmas costs, according to new research published by National Debtline, run by charity the Money Advice Trust. The free debt advice charity has joined with the Association of British Credit Unions (ABCUL) to issue a call […]
Read MoreBob’s Blog: Looking back on MALG Conference 2017 and ahead to MALG in 2018
Christmas is just around the corner, and what a successful year it’s been for MALG! For me, the MALG Conference was a highlight. We took risks to push boundaries, to blend tradition with the future; to encourage collaboration, challenge and inspire. My thanks to the MALG Conference Committee, all our sponsors, exhibitors and delegates for […]
Read MoreBlog: Open Banking starts next month – not as boring as it sounds
Sara Williams has been a volunteer advisor at her local Citizens Advice in London since 2001. She is a member of MALG and the Institute of Money Advisers and has the Certificate in Money Advice Practice professional qualification. She is also a blogger via her own personal website, Debt Camel, which she set up in 2013 to talk […]
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