Children from poorer families – whose parents may be struggling with debt management issues – are not being offered the same government assistance given to young people in wealthier areas. This is according to figures from the Conservatives, which revealed…
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Almost a third of Britons are intending to make getting out of debt one of their new year’s resolutions. This is according to figures released by Go Compare, which found that 32 per cent of UK adults plan to do…
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Those in debt could be pleased to hear that unemployment levels in 2010 may not be as bad as originally feared, although they will continue to rise. This is according to Work Wise UK’s chief executive Phil Flaxton, who observed…
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Adults in the UK may be missing out on the chance to educate their children about money management and debt this Christmas, it has been suggested. According to uSwitch.com, although 56 per cent of people will be buying fewer presents,…
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Britons are reducing the risk of falling into debt as a result of Christmas by considering making their own presents for their friends and family, it has been revealed. According to Principality, 54 per cent are happy to give something…
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The majority of Britons are planning on spending less over Christmas this year, with presents for families and friends heading the list of cutbacks. This is according to new research from Abbey Savings, which found that £3.45 billion pounds worth…
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Parents are cutting back their spending during the recession on items such as petrol, food and clothing, amid fears of falling into debt, but are giving their children more pocket money than ever before, it has emerged. Research conducted by…
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Those already experiencing debt management difficulties have been advised to be wary of telephone scams that are being particularly targeted towards those who owe money. External affairs director of Equifax Neil Munroe noted that vulnerable people are convinced to part…
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