What happens to my debt if I lose my job?

Being made redundant or losing your job is always stressful and upsetting and can massively affect your mental health. If you also have debt to worry about, it’s an even more difficult situation to get through, and you’ll no doubt…

Are you dealing with a loan shark? What to look out for

The past few years have left many of us in the UK in worse financial situations, and whilst it’s always good to be proactive and try to take steps to solve financial problems, it’s important to be aware of the…

Putting your mental health first when you’re dealing with debt – World Mental Health Day 2023

World Mental Health Day takes place on Tuesday, October 10, and is an opportunity to raise awareness, improve your knowledge and take action to improve your mental health.Looking after your mental health is important for everyone, and is vital to…

GamCare publishes key insights and recommendations for the lending sector to consider

The leading gambling support charity in the UK, GamCare, has published recommendations for lenders as part of its mission to prevent gambling-related debt.We work closely with GamCare through our referral partnership, to ensure problem gamblers receive a consistent high standard…

Everything you need to know about loan sharks

With price increases on everything from fuel to food making it increasingly tough for households to make ends meet, unlicensed lenders are stepping in, offering loans to the desperate at astronomical interest rates.

PayPlan here to help if increasing living costs are affecting your mental wellbeing

With energy bills increasing, along with food prices and fuel costs rising too, it’s understandable many people are wondering how they’re going to make ends meet.And it’s not just household budgets that are suffering. The worry and stress of struggling…

‘My Debt Story’: Sam, PayPlan Adviser

Sam has worked for PayPlan for a year as a debt adviser. He uses his own experience of being in debt to help and support others who want to take back financial control. Here Sam tells his story of how…

‘My Debt Story’: Kim, PayPlan Adviser

Kim is a debt adviser at PayPlan. She uses her own lived experience of being in debt to support others who want to take back financial control. Here Kim tells her story of how she turned her finances around…

‘My Debt Story’: Jane, PayPlan Adviser

Jane has worked for PayPlan for over 20 years as a debt adviser. She uses her own experience of being in debt to help and support others who want to take back financial control.

‘My Debt Story’: Beth, PayPlan Adviser

Beth has worked for PayPlan for three years as a debt adviser. She uses her own experience of being in debt to help and support others who want to take back financial control.

‘My Debt Story’: Julia, PayPlan Adviser

Julia has worked for PayPlan for ten years as a debt adviser. She uses her own experience of being in debt to help and support others who want to take back financial control.

How a bit of encouragement can go a long way to help someone

Do you know someone who’s got a bit stuck in a rut and doesn’t seem to know how to get out of it? Why not give them a bit of encouragement, it might just uplift them and have a positive…

Is financial insecurity impacting your mental wellbeing?

Lots of us can often let stress and worry pile up before we seek help. In this blog, we discuss the signs to look out for and how you can help someone in need.

Make your debt-free dreams a reality

Whether you were struggling before the pandemic, or your situation has changed because of this, there are options available to get you back on track. Read more in our latest blog.

Mental Health Awareness Week 2021

In support of the Mental Health Foundation’s #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, we’re sharing animations, tips, and blogs over the next five days on how you can take care of your wellbeing. The theme for this year is Connecting with Nature. We think this…

Tackle the financial third wheel this Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is approaching and although celebrations will be a little different this year, it’s an opportunity to reflect and be with the one you love. For some, there is a third wheel getting in the way of a healthy…

What to do if you’re struggling to pay your rent

With unemployment levels expected to reach a staggering 2.6 million by the middle of 2021, the sad reality is that many people across the UK will be struggling to pay their bills this year. Whilst redundancies are devastating for everyone,…