Today we’re publishing our response to the Department of Work and Pensions’ (DWP) consultation on how rent arrears are deducted from Universal Credit. Currently, up to 5% of someone’s standard allowance can be taken to pay rent that they owe,
At The Money Charity, we know money doesn’t grow on trees, but being on top of what you do have can help you make the most of your life.
That’s why we empower people across the UK to build the skills, knowledge, attitudes and behaviours, to make the most of their money throughout their lives.
We believe everyone should grow up with a good understanding of money and the skills to make sound financial decisions. Our free, fun and interactive Money Workshops are designed equip students (aged 11-19) with the ability to do just that!
We recognise that for some people, the desire to understand how to make the most of their money doesn’t really kick in until they start earning, or need to look after themselves and their family. So we work with adults in various ways to help them stay on top of their finances, so that if the rainy day arrives they are prepared.
Student finance can be really tricky, so we aim to give you all the info you need to make the right choices for you. Our free Student MoneyManual offers independent, no-fuss advice on the ins and outs of student finance and being financially independent for the first time!
We understand many people do have issues with money and can find dealing with the financial services industry difficult. That's why we work with the industry to ensure better outcomes for their consumers.
Today we’re publishing our response to the Department of Work and Pensions’ (DWP) consultation on how rent arrears are deducted from Universal Credit. Currently, up to 5% of someone’s standard allowance can be taken to pay rent that they owe,
Today there are more ways than ever before to make a bit of extra cash to top up your weekly budget. Most of them won’t make you a millionaire overnight but every penny helps when you’re a student! The only
Can you afford not to have a degree? Sarah Thomas, a second- year student at Keele University, sizes up the statistics The financial website thisismoney.co.uk estimated in 2012 that the average cost of going to university is £53,330, which
If you’re studying for your first full- or part-time degree (or equivalent course) and are a UK or EU student, you can apply for help with costs from the Government via the Student Loans Company (SLC) and your country’s student
Your payslip reveals important information about what you contribute to government expenditure; but what exactly do those Income Tax and National Insurance figures mean? The payslip puzzle We count down the days until they arrive, plan how we are
Today we’re publishing our response to the Department of Work and Pensions’ (DWP) consultation on how rent arrears are deducted from Universal Credit. Currently, up to 5% of someone’s standard allowance can be taken to pay rent that they owe,
Today the UK’s leading financial capability charity The Money Charity releases its Debt Statistics, giving an overview of the financial situation in the UK. UK household debt is at its highest point since 2009 and is set to rocket, according
We are looking to recruit two Financial Education Consultant’s – one in the South West of England and one in the East Midlands. For the full job description, click here.
The proportion of unpaid loans is approaching a critical level as write-offs are on track to pass the gains from tripling of fees The proportion of graduates failing to pay back student loans is increasing at such a rate that