Bereaved face more financial difficulties, says debt charity
The debt charity Consumer Credit Counselling Service (CCCS) says it has seen a
substantial rise in calls to its helpline from people struggling to deal
with debts after a bereavement.
Sun, 22 Aug 2010 00:00:33 +0100 Profits up 40 per cent at Coventry BS
Coventry building Society posted record results yesterday as its conservative business model enabled it to thrive despite the credit crunch. The UK's third largest building society reported a 40 per cent jump in underlying pre-tax profit to £46.5m for the six months to 30 June.
Thu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:01 +0100 Payday loans industry needs extra safeguards
Borrowers are becoming dependent on high-cost credit they cannot afford to repay, research published today reveals. People are turning to supposedly "last resort" payday loan companies again and again, rather than using them only in emergencies, says the Government-funded consumer champion Consumer Focus.
Sat, 14 Aug 2010 00:00:01 +0100 The credit agency: Why Experian was enlisted for the battle
Judging by its luxurious and airy London headquarters, business is booming for Experian. Corporate clients, including politicians and civil servants, are briefed on the company's products in large presentation rooms in their offices with panoramic views of the capital.
Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:01 +0100 Government website to take on credit-card companies
Credit-card users will be able to see if they are being ripped off at the click of a button using a government website set up to take on the banks.
Sun, 08 Aug 2010 00:00:01 +0100 
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