21 July, 2011
20 July, 2011
Proposals include strengthening voluntary codes of forbearance where debtors need to seek debt advice or recover from sudden income loss, and a consultation on how to facilitate access for bankrupts to a basic bank account.
20 July, 2011
However, Accountant in Bankruptcy statistics show one per cent decrease in number of people declared insolvent on the same period last year.
19 July, 2011
[2011] EWCA Civ 813
19 July, 2011
Figures highlight number of personal insolvencies, bankruptcies, debt relief orders and individual voluntary arrangements.
14 July, 2011
Citizens Advice responds to fuel poverty statistics which show that 5.5 million people in the UK now face living in freezing conditions.
14 July, 2011
13 July, 2011
TUC report calls for a new approach to housing policy and says that although more people want to own their own homes, home ownership does not always bring prosperity.
8 July, 2011
Citizens Advice responds to recent price rise announcement by British Gas.
5 July, 2011
Report published by Joseph Rowntree Foundation also reveals that the minimum cost of living is 5 per cent higher than in 2010.
30 June, 2011
People with disabilities face extra difficulties dealing with their debt problems as creditors fail to recognise specific needs or make reasonable adjustments, says Citizens Advice.
28 June, 2011
Internal consultation considers reshaping the way in which it carries out business and delivers services going forward.
28 June, 2011
Richard Banks, chief executive of UK Asset Resolution says a policy of 'tough love' would be fairer to people facing long-term difficulty in keeping up payments, reports guardian.co.uk
21 June, 2011
Employment and certain debt and housing matters to be taken 'out of scope' of legal aid.
21 June, 2011
Toynbee Hall publishes report that provides an update on work of London Debt Strategy Group and makes recommendations about debt issues across a number of policy areas.
21 June, 2011
Research shows places in England with highest proportion of homeowners who have been issued with a possession order for their home.
20 June, 2011
Shelter research shows 38 per cent of people in Britain believe high housing costs cause stress and depression in their family.
20 June, 2011
'A new approach to financial regulation: the blueprint for reform' contains proposals for reform to the current regulatory system and includes a draft Bill.
15 June, 2011
Guidance increases transparency and ensures that consumers have correct information to make informed decisions.
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