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Our blog covers the latest news at PayPlan, tips to help you save money, our latest press releases, expert insight and everything in between.
Money Management
17 Nov 2022
Tips to help you tick off your Christmas shopping for as little as possible
Industry News
11 Nov 2022
PayPlan partners highlight the importance of Talk Money Week
Our partners are supporting Talk Money Week and have shared, from their side, how talking about money can help you with your finances – whatever your situation may be.
Client Stories
9 Nov 2022
A client’s story: Tania shares her experience of being in debt and how she managed to become debt-free
As part of Talk Money Week, we caught up with Tania, a former PayPlan client. Tania has just finished her Debt Management Plan (DMP) with free debt advice provider PayPlan, after a three-year period and wants to share her experience…
Industry News
7 Nov 2022
Talk Money Week 2022: Talking about debt during the cost-of-living crisis
Talk Money Week (November 7-11) is an industry-wide campaign, led by the Money and Pension Services (MaPS), to get the nation talking about money. Data suggests that nearly one in two adults don’t feel confident when talking about money.
Industry News
7 Nov 2022
Talk Money Week 2022: PayPlan encourages open chats about money to prevent people from suffering in silence
Talk Money Week (Monday, 7th November – Friday, 11th November) is a campaign supported across the industry to raise awareness and encourage you to be more open about money with your friends and family - and potentially help you get…
News and Stories
4 Nov 2022
PayPlan nominated for Debt Advice Provider of the Year at Credit Strategy Collections & Customer Service Awards
We’re delighted to share that we’ve been nominated for the Debt Advice Provider of the Year award.Last year, we beat off stiff competition in this category at the Credit Strategy Collections & Customer Service Awards – and we’re hoping to…
Living in Debt
20 Oct 2022
GamCare publishes key insights and recommendations for the lending sector to consider
News and Stories
13 Oct 2022
Helping you prepare for rising interest rates
Interest rates can have an impact on a wide range of areas including mortgages, borrowing, pensions and savings. The Bank of England sets the bank rate (or ‘base rate’) for the UK, which is currently 2.25%.
News and Stories
10 Oct 2022
PayPlan marks World Mental Health Day with ways to find support if you or a loved one are struggling
Debt problems and poor mental health can often be closely intertwined. So, to mark World Mental Health Day, we’re highlighting ways to improve mental health, how to find help for yourself or a loved one, and how to potentially prevent…
Industry News
29 Sep 2022
New campaign #LetsTalkLoanSharks encourages people to speak out in the fight against illegal money lending
A new campaign has been launched to encourage people to start the conversation about the dangers of loan sharks and highlight the support that’s available to those who have been affected by illegal money lending.A report published by the Centre…
Industry News
21 Sep 2022
PayPlan scoops Best Financial Support Provider at Consumer Credit Awards
We’re delighted to announce that we’ve been named Best Financial Support Provider at the Consumer Credit Awards following fantastic feedback from our customers.
Industry News
9 Sep 2022
Talking about your problems: PayPlan and Samaritans mark World Suicide Prevention Day
The cost-of-living crisis is having a bigger mental – and financial – effect on people now more than it ever has. So, to mark World Suicide Prevention Day (10th September), we’ve teamed up with Samaritans, who are encouraging people not…
Industry News
8 Sep 2022
Make sure you’re not missing out on Government support
Extra financial support is available for those aged over 66, and the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is urging all residents to see if they’re eligible. The DWP has also asked family members to check if relatives are missing…
Industry News
7 Sep 2022
Everything you need to know about Cost-of-Living payments
Living in Debt
5 Sep 2022
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.
Money Management
26 Aug 2022
Understanding your gas or electricity bill
We know making sense of gas and electricity bills and statements can be difficult, especially when you’re already feeling concerned about price rises. We’ve pulled together some information on what you can expect to see within a typical bill.
Money Management
19 Aug 2022
Coming to terms with rising energy prices
We know the April energy price cap rise was extremely worrying for many people, and with rises in October and January expected, things may seem worrying, so it’s important you know where to turn ahead of the changes.
Money Saving Ideas
10 Aug 2022
Ten tips to help you get through the summer on a budget!
The summer can be a stressful time – but there are ways to enjoy yourself on a budget, even during a cost-of-living crisis. Whether it’s a day out in the sun or a rainy day at home inside, with a…
News and Stories
9 Aug 2022
Everything you need to know about the £400 government energy bill discount
All households in England, Scotland and Wales are set to receive £400 in energy bill discounts as part of the new cost of living help package by the government – and here’s everything you need to know about how and…
News and Stories
5 Aug 2022
Understanding inflation, the rise in UK interest rates and what it means for you
The Bank of England has increased interest rates by half a percentage point from 1.25% to 1.75%. The move is the largest single increase for 27 years and is an attempt to slow down the rate at which prices are…