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Citizens Advice Bureau Asks For More Volunteers
Citizens Advice Bureau Asks For More Volunteers 29 May 2009  |  by Michael Ross
The recession has resulted in increased demand for the charity's services.

End of Bling-Bling as Crisis Hits Rappers
End of Bling-Bling as Crisis Hits Rappers28 May 2009  |  by Michael Ross
Hip hop moguls are suffering in the credit crunch just as much as the man on the street, it has been revealed.

OFT Warns on Cold Calls from Debt Firms
OFT Warns on Cold Calls from Debt Firms26 May 2009  |  by Michael Ross
Misleading calls are confusing some customers who have fallen into debt according to the watchdog.

Swap Fresh Food for Frozen 'To Save Money'
Swap Fresh Food for Frozen 'To Save Money'21 May 2009  |  by Michael Ross
Debt-busting tips have been provided by a researcher, who looked into how best to shop for food in the recession.

Over-75s 'Facing Big Price Rises'
Over-75s 'Facing Big Price Rises'20 May 2009  |  by Michael Ross
Inflation hit 3.9 percent for the elderly last month - 70 percent above CPI.

OFT Takes Action on Debt Collectors
OFT Takes Action on Debt Collectors18 May 2009  |  by Michael Ross
Tracing firms shouldn't ask neighbours about a debtor, according to the OFT.

Concern Over Middle-Class Debtors
Concern Over Middle-Class Debtors15 May 2009  |  by Michael Ross
With a debt mountain of £1.5 trillion, many consumers are struggling to pay off their loans, cards and mortgages.

Increasing numbers of people seeking debt advice
Large Increasing number of people seeking debt advice14 May 2009  |  by Michael Ross
The Consumer Credit Counselling Service has reported a 'large increase' in the number of people requiring its help.

Pensioners Complain of Debt Collector Harassment
Pensioners Complain of Debt Collector Harassment08 May 2009  |  by Michael Ross
An administrative error meant that pensioners were subjected to a letters campaign from one collection firm.

UK Debt Statistics Show Modest Rise
UK Debt Statistics Show Modest Rise05 May 2009  |  by Michael Ross
Total personal debts are still increasing - but the rate of increase is slower than before.

74% 'Avoid Borrowing' as Economy Worsens
74% 'Avoid Borrowing' as Economy Worsens01 May 2009  |  by Michael Ross
Britons have decided to 'steer clear' of further debt according to the new poll.

BRC Sounds Warning Over High Street Confidence
BRC Sounds Warning Over High Street Confidence30 Apr 2009  |  by Michael Ross
Shoppers still feel 'very worried' about their financial position and debts and are passing up on high-value purchases as a result.

Advisers See Rise in Debt Repayments
Advisers See Rise in Debt Repayments17 Apr 2009  |  by Michael Ross
A specialist site has identified a 'repayment trend' among UK consumers, following close analysis of saving and borrowing figures.

Charities Highlight Pensioners' Financial Troubles
Charities Highlight Pensioners' Financial Troubles16 Apr 2009  |  by Michael Ross
Age Concern and Help the Aged said that retirees were being 'clobbered' by high prices.

Women Risking Debt Through 'PMS Overspending'
Women Risking Debt Through 'PMS Overspending'03 Apr 2009  |  by Michael Ross
Shopping trends are the subject of a new report from an academic.

New Debt Facts Revealed by Charity
New Debt Facts Revealed by Charity01 Apr 2009  |  by Michael Ross
Britons have accumulated a debt mountain of almost £1.5 trillion, a charity has revealed.

'More Savvy' Teens Scale Down Financial Expectations
'More Savvy' Teens Scale Down Financial Expectations31 Mar 2009  |  by Michael Ross
NatWest said that today's teens expect to earn less when they are a adults - and are taking tighter control of their own finances.

Which? Welcomes OFT Debt Firm Bans
Which? Welcomes OFT Debt Firm Bans10 Mar 2009  |  by Michael Ross
Misleading websites targeting customers in debt are the subject of a new OFT crackdown.

Advice Warning for 'DIY Finance' Brits
Advice Warning for 'DIY Finance' Brits06 Mar 2009  |  by Michael Ross
Britons looking to reduce their personal debts by overhauling their spending habits should get help from a professional, according to AXA.

Brits Grow Their Own as Financial Downturn Worsens
Brits Grow Their Own as Financial Downturn Worsens04 Mar 2009  |  by Michael Ross
Entreprising gardeners are growing their own veg - and are even keeping chickens - as they look to cut costs and improve their personal finances.

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