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Understanding Informal Financial Support and LGBTQ+ Money Issues
published on: June 19, 2025
by Author Kwang Lin Wong
On June 2nd, I had the privilege of attending the Workshop on Financial Support Relationships to discuss informal financial support, with a focus on low- and moderate-income households and LGBTQ+ communities.
‘Awful April’ Fallout: Debt Free Advice Reports Surge in Demand and Rising Council Tax Arrears
published on: June 10, 2025
by Author NEWS
New figures from Debt Free Advice reveal a stark rise in household debt levels just one month after April’s cost-of-living hikes.
Lights Out: What Forced Prepay Meters Really Cost
published on: May 28, 2025
by Author NEWS
A new £74 million compensation package from Ofgem has put the spotlight on how energy suppliers treated people in debt. But at Debt Free Advice, we’ve been supporting those affected long before this became a headline.
Energy Price Cap to Fall by 7% – But Bills Still Higher Than a Year Ago
published on: May 23, 2025
by Author NEWS
While Ofgem announced a welcome 7% drop in the energy price cap starting July 1st, many households will still feel the squeeze financially
Debt Free Advice Welcomes FCA Executive as Survey Reveals 13 Million Facing Financial Strain
published on: May 16, 2025
by Author NEWS
Debt Free Advice welcomed a senior official from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to its flagship advice centre at Toynbee Hall this week, as new national data confirmed the growing scale of financial vulnerability across the UK.
Government signals council tax enforcement reform
published on: May 14, 2025
by Author NEWS
This morning on Good Morning Britain, Pat McFadden MP, Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, announced that the UK Government will launch a consultation to make council tax collection fairer for people in debt.
Glimmer of Hope for Some, But Many Still Struggling Despite Interest Rates Cut
published on: May 8, 2025
by Author NEWS
Today's Bank of England interest rate cut to 4.25% offers relief for some mortgage holders but still presents a challenge for those who face continued financial pressures.
Supporting, Strengthening and Simplifying: Our Impact 2023-2025
published on: April 24, 2025
by Author Blog
Debt Free Advice launches impact report for 2023-24 to highlighting support for communities, strengthening reach and simplifying advice process.
Money & Pension Services launches first Impact Report
published on: December 20, 2024
by Author NEWS
Money & Pension Services launches first Impact Report for 2023–24 showcasing how Debt Free Advice has transformed lives.