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Reeves’ budget offers positive steps for those struggling with debts – but there’s still a way to go
Vikki Brownridge

Reeves’ budget offers positive steps for those struggling with debts – but there’s still a way to go

The budget introduced a host of positive measures to help with problem debt – but more can be done, says StepChange CEO Vikki Brownridge

The government’s decision to regulate bailiff firms can’t come quickly enough
Vikki Brownridge

The government’s decision to regulate bailiff firms can’t come quickly enough

After years of prevarication and delay, there’s now a sense of pace and urgency about bailiff regulation

One in 10 Brits have no cash savings to fall back on – government action is vital
Vikki Brownridge

One in 10 Brits have no cash savings to fall back on – government action is vital

Now is a crucial time to start a conversation around financial resilience and the importance of savings and wider financial safety nets

Brits are uncomfortable talking about money and debt. Can comedy change that?
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Brits are uncomfortable talking about money and debt. Can comedy change that?

There’s no evidence women are worse with money. So how do we tackle the growing gender debt gap?
Vikki Brownridge

There’s no evidence women are worse with money. So how do we tackle the growing gender debt gap?

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‘I have nothing they can take’: Council tax debt collection having devastating impact on vulnerable people
Sarah Muirhead

‘I have nothing they can take’: Council tax debt collection having devastating impact on vulnerable people

Too many people wouldn’t be able to cope with an unforeseen cost of £1,000 – that needs to change
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Too many people wouldn’t be able to cope with an unforeseen cost of £1,000 – that needs to change

This budget must ensure everyone has enough income to meet the basic needs of life
Vikki Brownridge

This budget must ensure everyone has enough income to meet the basic needs of life

Hunger and broken shoes: Why we need a more compassionate approach to council tax debt collection
Emily Whitford

Hunger and broken shoes: Why we need a more compassionate approach to council tax debt collection

Council tax debt collectors ‘significantly harming’ health of those struggling to pay, report finds
Council tax

Council tax debt collectors ‘significantly harming’ health of those struggling to pay, report finds

Four million Brits struggle with problem debt. Now’s the time for the next government to step up
Vikki Brownridge

Four million Brits struggle with problem debt. Now’s the time for the next government to step up