This guidance, made for local authorities in England and Wales, includes advice on how Discretionary Housing Payments can be used to provide support to claimants affected by some of the […]
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4 million people in the UK have a subprime credit card Red Card, our latest report, examines the relationship between subprime credit cards and problem debt. Subprime cards are high interest […]
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Sep
The Treasury has confirmed that before the end of the year the government will lay before Parliament new regulations to implement a statutory breathing space in early 2021. A statutory […]
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Sep
People in working-class jobs most likely to miss out on flexible working arrangements One in three (30%) requests for flexible working are being turned down, according to a new TUC poll published today (Monday). […]
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Government consults on establishing a new single enforcement body for employment rights This consultation seeks views on whether establishing a new single enforcement body for employment rights could: improve enforcement […]
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Sep
Sep
Mortgage possession claims have increased for the fourth consecutive quarter following a 3-year year period of stability. Click here to view the latest statistics and report.
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A severe shortage of homes is forcing 130,000 families in England to squeeze into one-bedroom flats, according to a new report from the National Housing Federation. The research from the […]
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New data from Citizens Advice shows 49% of benefit claimants affected by the benefits freeze have struggled to meet essential costs such as rent, household bills and food while 40% […]
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All new-build houses will be sold as freehold in a bold move to tackle unfair leasehold practices and prevent future home-owners from being trapped in exploitative arrangements, the Communities Secretary said today (27 June […]
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As the UK finalises preparations to leave the European Union, the immediate priority will remain supporting an orderly transition post-exit. The FCA will also continue to play a leading role […]