Debt Help UK

Lib Dems leader Nick Clegg has warned consumers that the UK economic future will be poor if people aren't properly educated about the finance market and debt.

Research from Alliance & Leicester has found that 98% of people over the age of 50 in the UK have been affected by rising bills, but only half have actively looked for cheaper deals.

Joining a credit union could well be the fastest way to reduce your debts and improve your financial outlook according to ABCUL, the trade association.

New research from Bupa has found that increased debt and the credit crunch are problems that bother women more than men.

Some of the leading credit card providers have increased their interest rates, plunging many consumers into further debt.

New research from AXA has found that the number of consumers lying to their partners about their debt problems is increasing.

The Low Incomes Tax Reform Group (LITRG) have released a new online guide to help people manage their finances better and avoid debt during the current economic downturn.

Age Concern believe that many elderly consumers will miss out on the best energy deals because they don't have access to the internet.

Fool.co.uk believe many people will have little choice but to get into increased debt problems over Christmas, as the majority of consumers haven't been able to put money aside.

The Consumer Credit Counselling Service (CCCS) have told consumers that if they're rejected when applying for a credit card or any other form of finance, it won't affect their credit rating

Young motorists in the UK are adding to their debt problems by trying to get insured on cars with bigger engines.

Skipton Building Society believe consumers can significantly reduce debt problems by saving for Christmas a year in advance.

A report in the Guardian newspaper has advised students struggling with debt problems to prioritise which arrears should be paid off first.

Nationwide have teamed up with Citizens Advice to offer debt help advice to consumers who are struggling with their finances during the credit crunch.

The Consumer Credit Counselling Service have praised UK consumers for handling their money better as debt problems become more widespread.

The Daily Record has warned consumers in Scotland and the rest of the UK to avoid loan sharks, no matter how bad their debt problems have become.

Which? have told consumers looking to reduce debt that they can save money on their energy bills by investing in a smaller television.

UK consumers trying to save money by taking a packed lunch to work could end up adding to their debt problems, according to mySupermarket.

According to Standard Life, the majority of UK businesses don't make use of business savings accounts which will make the most of their money in difficult economic conditions.

With more people than ever in the UK facing serious financial problems and having to consider declaring personal bankruptcy, the Thrifty Scot have publi

MoneySupermarket are urging people in the UK to invest in insurance policies that cover them in the event that they lose their jobs.

According to the AA, UK consumers could reduce debts by as much as £7.7 billion simply by driving more efficiently.

Chairman of the FA Lord Triesman, believes that the huge debts that Premiership football clubs carry are threatening to spiral out of control during the global credit crunch.

Six debt advice companies have joined forces for a special Advice Week, aimed at helping those struggling with their finances up and down the UK.

Couples in the UK are being urged to pool their resources and open a joint account to make the most of their money and avoid debt.

According to research from the AA, young men in the UK pay on average twice as much for their first years car insurance than women do, making debt problems

New research from Which? has found that buying premium fuels is not worth the added expense and those that do are just unneccessarily adding to their debt.

According to Which?, equity release schemes should only be considered as a last resort for elderly consumers struggling significantly with debt.

Martyn Hocking from Which? Money believes consumers can significantly reduce their debt by looking around for cheaper deals on their fuel bills.

Financial experts are advising consumers looking to reduce their debt, to shop around for the cheapest car insurance available and only invest in the cover they need.