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#TBT to @CitizensAdvice showing consumers still hit by #LoyaltyPenalty despite crackdown measures announced over a year ago. During #CostOfLivingCrisis, more urgent than ever to eliminate these unfair practices. #ThursdayThoughts
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Have a look at what we can offer to Employers + their Workplaces through our high-quality, independent + impartial #FinancialWellbeing Workshops + Webinars. Well worth a few minutes of your day! https://t.co/eSCHbpskut #WorkshopWednesday https://t.co/G0BJX52ruT
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We have all sorts of #FinancialWellbeing sessions to meet your charity’s needs, Budgeting & Keeping Track, Credit Borrowing & Debt, Financial Wellbeing for Variable Incomes + many more. See all the options, find out more or enquire at: https://t.co/kZlo2eZq5j #CharityTuesday https://t.co/Kq6p5mAUNv
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Seen @MoneyHelperUK‘s Couch to Financial Fitness? It’s a free + flexible 10-week plan to help individuals build their confidence with money, the essentials + bigger milestones, so they feel more in control of their finances. #FinancialWellbeing https://t.co/hGyk9GIZrJ https://t.co/X93i1PIitg
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£64,581 Average total debt per UK household in May 2022
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Here’s your #FridayStatAttack from #TheMoneyStatistics, our monthly report on the UK’s finances. Find the full report at https://t.co/zHfhQKtPmU or sign-up to get it straight in your inbox https://t.co/TXurMZmxL5
#FF #CostOfLiving #Households #Essentials https://t.co/Y9uIJLhdc3
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#TBT to great recent @LivingWageUK webinar, discussing UK #Pensions savings research + key qs; how can people engage with their long-term finances when current day-to-day is so challenging? #FinancialWellbeing #ThursdayThoughts https://t.co/AC4RgyFNhy + https://t.co/XFFTrtHdIA
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Every week, we work with all sorts of organisations to deliver our #FinancialWellbeing Workshops & Webinars!
Big #WorkshopWednesday shout-out to:
@hitachi_uk @jamieoliver group @jkrGlobal @refugeecouncil @skillsdevscot @SohaHousing + @UnitedStSaviour -
A #CharityTuesday reminder our Workshops are available free for all sorts of charities + community orgs across the UK. If you know/support a great organisation you think would like to know this, why not RT this to them? https://t.co/fHYnkqhlOX + https://t.co/36yEk9Z1By https://t.co/DxRBQ6OGVW
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We always love getting this sort of feedback from our Financial Wellbeing Workshops + Webinars! #MondayMotivation
Every week, our sessions help people from all walks of life to take control of their finances + increase their #FinancialWellbeing
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@OpwPartnership @OpwFoundation @moneysprite A huge thank you to @OpwFoundation for awarding us this grant, which provides us with really crucial funding to help us continue our vital work with refugees!
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The Money Stats – July 2022 – Increased Credit + Debt Reliance Fuelled By Record Cost of Living Increases
Worrying signs show a rapidly escalating reliance from UK households on credit and debt, in order to make ends meet in the face of record cost of living increases, according to the July 2022 Money Statistics, produced by The Money
Press Release 29th Jul -
£3,823 Total unsecured debt per UK adult in May 2022
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Our July 2022 #MoneyStatistics are out today, h/lighting worrying signs of UK households’ rapidly growing reliance on credit + debt to make ends meet.
More at: https://t.co/j035D70JBj or get the full report + sign-up at: https://t.co/zHfhQKtPmU #MoneyStats #FF #Credit #Debt https://t.co/HIM0HG3BHQ
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We’ve responded to the Financial Education for Young People APPG’s inquiry into the barriers to #FinancialEducation. We talked about a lack of resources and funding that mean Financial Education is not prioritised in the UK curriculum. Full response at: https://t.co/htaQrqFBMe https://t.co/wXrIwtUrJp
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DYK that households on means-tested benefits, will automatically receive support payments, one in July + another in autumn, to help in managing the #CostOfLivingCrisis? Find out more: https://t.co/VvkDMTycav #HelpForHouseholds #TuesdayThoughts #CharityTuesday https://t.co/p3vR4YHFNE
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Our #MoneyManual + #StudentMoneyManual are great resources for getting engaged with your money + increasing your #FinancialWellbeing. Head to our Resources page to find out more and order or download copies. https://t.co/pYuJPAN9uv #ManualMonday #MM #SMM https://t.co/vVqSyjtF6x
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Here’s your #FridayStatAttack from #TheMoneyStatistics, our monthly report on the UK’s finances. Find the full report at https://t.co/zHfhQKtPmU or sign-up to get it straight in your inbox https://t.co/TXurMZmxL5
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High numbers struggling to save, decreasing #FinancialResilience for difficult times. Our Workshops, Webinars + Resources help people engage with all the ways they can increase their #FinancialWellbeing
More at: https://t.co/K9RwrimvUY https://t.co/9jMr3lpXJS #ThursdayThoughts -
Exceptional demand for our #FinancialWellbeing Workshops + Webinars continues! #WorkshopWednesday shout-out to:
Alliance Healthcare BPL @GlosCityHomes Lowell @nobraineragency @novoda @OakbrookFinance @railpen
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@TheFCA + @MoneyHelperUK research suggests many people miss available support + are urging consumers to get help ASAP if struggling financially with rising #CostOfLiving
Find out more: https://t.co/TQVO1qrCaC + https://t.co/a57ABcdDBX
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If you’re working on a project/product + you need #FinancialWellbeing or #FinancialEducation expertise, experience + insight, we can help! Our #Consultancy work means we can help you develop ideas, create content or just ask the right questions. More at: https://t.co/Y6TOmsuSVR
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The Money Charity’s Annual Report 2021
We’re delighted to release our 2021 Annual Report today, telling the story of an exciting year bouncing back for the UK’s Financial Capability charity, moving from a year of simply surviving to one of thriving. Alongside the Report, we are
Our News 13th Jul -
The Money Stats – June 2022 – Heavy Wage Falls Exacerbate Steepling Cost of Living
Wages falling at record levels are pushing ever more people into financial distress as living costs continue to skyrocket, according to the June 2022 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. With average wages falling at the fastest rate in
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9.1% Inflation rate in the year to May 2022
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The Money Stats – May 2022 – Surprise Fall In Average Utility Spend Shows UK Consumers Already Facing Tough Spending Choices
With prices across the board rising at their fastest rate in 40 years, the challenge for UK consumers to stay on top of their money is forcing many to have to make difficult choices with their spending priorities, according to
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8.9% Increase in average first-time buyer house price in the year to March 2022
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£63,803 Average total debt per UK household in February 2022
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The Money Stats – April 2022 – Low Unemployment Rare Bright Spot in Cost of Living Crisis
While prices continue to rise at concerning levels and the cost of living crisis sees more people struggling with their everyday money, one small bright spot can be seen in the ongoing low rates of unemployment, according to the April
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The Money Stats – March 2022 – UK Turns To Credit and Debt to Manage Cost of Living Crisis
Facing the sharpest decline in living standards since records began, people in the UK are already leaning into credit and debt to meet the everyday challenges of the cost of living crisis, according to the March 2022 Money Statistics, produced
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£63,582 Average total debt per UK household in January 2022
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The Money Stats – February 2022 – UK Gripped by Cost of Living Crisis
Worrying indicators for the UK’s finances have come into full effect over December and January with households facing soaring bills, according to the February 2022 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. Forecasts of a challenging winter for household budgets
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£3,745 Total unsecured debt per UK adult in December 2021
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The Money Charity Statement on the Rise in Cost of Living
At The Money Charity, we understand well that many people are currently feeling very anxious about rising energy bills, increases to National Insurance contributions, mortgage rates increasing as well as the general cost of living. Many people are going to
Our News 14th Feb -
The Money Stats – January 2022 – Difficult Financial Outlook for Winter Fails to Ease
The challenging direction of travel for the UK’s finances continued in the closing months of the year, with few indications of potential positives and some previously hopeful signs easing off, according to the January 2022 Money Statistics, produced by The
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£2,118 Average credit card debt per household in November 2021
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5.1% Inflation rate in the year to November 2021
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The Money Stats – December 2021 – Challenging Winter Coming, Driven By Prices Rising Ahead of Forecasts
The pace of UK consumer price rises has been higher and faster than forecast by most, bringing significant challenges ahead for households in the winter months, according to the December 2021 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. Financial forecasts
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Meet The Money Charity! Our New Promotional Films.
Marking the start of UK Charity Week, The Money Charity have today released their first-ever promotional films There are four films in total, showcasing the charity’s vital work in the areas of Financial Wellbeing and Financial Education Production of these
Our News 6th Dec -
6.2 pence per litre Increase in the price of unleaded petrol in October 2021
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The Money Stats – November 2021 – Prices and Labour Supply Bring Heavy Pressure on UK Household Budgets
UK household budgets continue to be heavily pressured from all sides, with both international and national factors adding unexpected challenges into the mix, according to the November 2021 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. Significant challenging effects are being
Press Release 26th Nov -
The Money Stats – October 2021 – Economic Recovery From Pandemic Remains In Transition
The UK’s economic recovery from the pandemic remains in a point of transition, with every sign of a positive measure being equally met by a challenge, according to the October 2021 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. During October
Press Release 27th Oct -
£62,813 Average total debt per UK household in August 2021
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The Money Charity and fumopay Partner on Financial Education for Students
Partnership will see fumopay sponsoring the charity’s annual publication, The Student Money Manual. Will also provide virtual delivery of The Money Charity’s Workshops to university students, as well as production of Financial Education videos. Providing The Money Charity with the
Press Release 6th Oct -
Money Lessons That Add Up
Educators can help pupils budget, bank and save thanks to a new guide by the UK’s leading Financial Education charities for Young People. The Youth Financial Capability Group (YFCG) aims to demystify the complex array of offerings so schools can
Our News 29th Sep -
The Money Stats – September 2021 – Pay Growth Much Lower Than Heralded
While many headlines have heralded 2021 yielding significant pay growth for the UK, the reality is much more muted, according to the September 2021 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. As the year has progressed and the UK has
Press Release 28th Sep -
£3,734 Total unsecured debt per UK adult in July 2021
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The Money Charity Announces New Support from Postcode Society Trust
The Money Charity is delighted to announce new funding of £20,000 to support its work delivering Financial Wellbeing Workshops to disadvantaged young people/adults in the South East of England. This support will enable delivery of 50 hours of sessions, further
Our News 16th Sep -
The Money Stats – August 2021 – Difficult Winter Coming For Many UK Households
While the UK economy continues its gradual encouraging pandemic recovery, signs are growing that the coming winter will be deeply financially difficult for many UK households, according to the August 2021 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. Along with
Press Release 24th Aug -
1.2% Increase in private rental prices in the year to July 2021
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The Money Stats – July 2021 – Financial Uncertainty Set For Foreseeable
A mixed financial picture continues this month, with promising signs of economic recovery tempered by the continuing effects of the pandemic, according to the July 2021 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. This month’s figures show plenty of positives
Press Release 28th Jul -
428,000 Number of 18-24 year-olds unemployed in the three months to May 2021
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9.0% Increase in average first-time buyer house price in the year to April 2021
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The Money Stats – June 2021 – Pandemic Heavily Disrupts Young People’s Financial Lives
While statistically less at a health risk, the heavy impact of the pandemic on young people’s financial lives continues to be laid bare, according to the June 2021 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. As the vaccine programme accelerates
Press Release 30th Jun -
The Money Charity & MaPS Financial Foundations Covid-Impact Rapid Literature Review
Today, we welcome the publication of The Money & Pensions Service (MaPS) Financial Foundations Covid-Impact Rapid Literature Review, researched and written for MaPS by The Money Charity, the UK’s Financial Capability charity. The review details the deep and widespread impacts
Our News 27th May -
The Money Stats – May 2021 – Wider Economic Recovery Tempered By Significant Proportion of Households in Financial Distress
Encouraging indications of economic recovery continue to be tempered by new reports further detailing the heavy effects of the pandemic on a significant proportion of the UK’s households, according to the May 2021 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity.
Press Release 25th May -
£1,945 Average credit card debt per household in March 2021
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-23.9% Change in outstanding credit card balances in year to February 2021
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The Money Stats – April 2021 – First Glimmers of ‘Post-Covid’ Financial Lives Emerge
With Covid-19 restrictions continuing to be lifted, the first glimmers of what ‘post-Covid’ financial life may look like for UK households have started to be seen, according to the April 2021 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. As the
Press Release 27th Apr -
£60,999 Average total debt per UK household in January 2021
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The Money Stats – March 2021 – Household Financial Crunch Continues Despite Extended Supports
Evidence continues to emerge demonstrating the scale of the crunch on household finances and its likely consequences as the UK emerges from the pandemic, according to the March 2021 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. The March Budget brought
Press Release 30th Mar -
Financial Education 3-5 Times More Effective Than Previously Thought
– New report shows Financial Education programmes 3-5 times more effective than previously found. – The Money Charity has reached 215,000 Young People with Financial Education since 2010 – Just 1 Hour of their Money Workshops leads to significant increases
Our News 10th Mar -
7.9% Increase in average first-time buyer house price in the year to December 2020
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The Money Stats – February 2021 – Significant Budget For Post-Pandemic Financial Recovery Plan
Ongoing falls in employment and the economy show the challenge ahead for the UK’s post-pandemic financial recovery, meaning all eyes turn to next week’s hugely significant budget, according to the February 2021 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. As
Press Release 26th Feb -
£3,838 Total unsecured debt per UK adult in November 2020
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The Money Stats – January 2021 – Pandemic’s Mounting Financial Impact on UK Households
As 2020 came to a close, the fuller picture of Covid-19’s effect on UK household finances continued to emerge, demonstrating the significant mounting financial impact of the pandemic, according to the January 2021 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity.
Press Release 29th Jan -
Our Exciting Financial Education Pilot with Teenage Cancer Trust
In our Young People’s work, we’ve always been passionate about ensuring that all Young People get the Financial Education they need, especially those whose situation and circumstances may often lead to them not being included. That’s why we’re delighted to
Our News 13th Jan -
411,000 Increase in unemployment in the year to October 2020
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The Money Stats – December 2020 – Household Divide Continues to Widen Sharply
The divide between the ‘haves’ and the ‘have nots’ continues to grow starkly as we move towards the end of a year dominated by the Covid-19 pandemic, according to the December 2020 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. As
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The Money Stats – November 2020 – Pressure Builds On UK Households
Multiple recent figures underline the scale of financial pressures building on UK households throughout 2020 from the economic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, according to the November 2020 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. With the end of this
Press Release 30th Nov -
£2,204 Average credit card debt per household in September 2020
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£2,241 Average credit card debt per household in August 2020
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The Money Stats – October 2020 – Positive Signs Tempered By Lower Financial Resilience
Positive news of higher savings levels and lower credit card balances over recent months is tempered by evidence of wider losses of income and lowering of overall financial resilience, as the pandemic continues to demonstrate its surprising and conflicting effects
Press Release 28th Oct -
The Money Stats – September 2020 – Pandemic Highlights Flaws of The ‘Old Normal’
The Money Charity’s popular monthly report on the UK’s finances, The Money Statistics, returns this month*, painting a picture of a UK which has not only been significantly affected economically and societally, but which has also had its lack of
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£2,238 Average credit card debt per household in July 2020
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£4,264 Total unsecured debt per UK adult, January 2020
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The Money Stats – March 2020 – Portrait of a Pre-Crisis UK
March 2020’s Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity, are released from a place significantly different to anything the majority of us will ever have witnessed before, and almost certainly unlike any previous period for which this report has existed.
Press Release 30th Mar -
-11.6% Change in the number of ATM transactions in the year to January 2020
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The Money Stats – February 2020 – Ongoing Decline of Cash Remains Threat to UK’s Financial Inclusion
While the UK’s rapid shift towards contactless and digital payments continues apace, these moves remain a very real problem and threat to the financial inclusion of a significant number of UK adults, according to the February 2020 Money Statistics, produced
Press Release 26th Feb -
£2,591 Average credit card debt per household in November 2019
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The Money Stats – January 2020 – UK 2019 Household Debt Closely Parallels Government’s
In the year up to November 2019, UK households borrowed almost as much as the Government, demonstrating that debt remains both a private and public sector issue, according to the January 2020 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. The
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0.18% Increase in outstanding credit card balances in year to October 2019
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The Money Stats – December 2019 – Credit Card Plateau May Herald Big Changes for 2020
A noticeable levelling off of credit card lending over the second half of 2019 so far bucks a significant long-term trend, suggesting that we may see big changes in the credit market during 2020, according to the December 2019 Money
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£390 Median monthly private rent in England for a single room with shared facilities
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The Money Stats – November 2019 – Young People Challenged By Increasing Financial Pressure
A combination of challenging situations are bringing high pressure on young people aiming to manage their money well and achieve financial wellbeing, according to the November 2019 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. The November report draws a number
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TMTPW 2019 – Making Money As Common A Topic of Conversation as the Weather!
Brits Have Low Confidence in Their Own Money Management Skills 2 in 3 don’t feel confident managing their money Only 1 in 2 think that they are a confident and savvy consumer Just 1 in 4 feels they know enough about
Our News 19th Nov -
The Money Stats – October 2019 – Wage Growth Positivity Offset By Overall Financial Picture
Positive news emerging this month of growth in average real wages across the UK should be tempered by a wider view of other financial issues and trends, according to the October 2019 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. According
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£2,608 Average credit card debt per household in August 2019
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The Money Stats – September 2019 – The Rising Cost of Everyday Life
Some of the most basic costs of everyday living have shown considerable increases in their average cost over recent years, affecting other parts of life in turn, according to the September 2019 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. Coinciding
Press Release 27th Sep -
£4.05 per day Average per household cost of water and energy in Q1 2019
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The Money Stats – August 2019 – Changing the Picture to a ‘Per Person’ Economy
The UK economy contracted by 0.2% in the quarter to June 2019, the first time since 2012 that GDP has fallen, but a clearer gauge on the impact of this can be seen by viewing it on a ‘per person’ basis,
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0.83% Average interest rate on a cash ISA in June 2019
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19.99% Average credit card interest rate in June 2019
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The Money Stats – July 2019 – “Safe As Houses”…What’s Happening in the UK Market?
While average UK house prices continue to rise, the true measure of the property market is highly dependent on which source you look at, as well as taking into account regional variations, according to the July 2019 Money Statistics, produced
Press Release 24th Jul -
The Money Charity Announces New Partnership with Oaks Consultancy
Relationship is Agency’s First With a Financial Charity The Money Charity, the UK’s financial capability charity, are delighted to announce their new partnership with Oaks Consultancy, who will support them with strategy, business development and income generation. Following a tendering
Our News 1st Jul -
The Money Charity’s Response to the MAPS Listening Document
The Money Charity warmly welcomes the opportunity to respond to the Money and Pensions Service Listening Document, which we see as making a vital contribution to a successful strategy to improve financial capability in the UK. We look forward to
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26 years and 9 months Time to pay off average credit card debt making only the minimum payment per month
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The Money Stats – June 2019 – UK Incomes Struggle As Recent Rises Peter Out
Average UK incomes continue to struggle in 2019, with regular real pay, as of April, 1.1% lower than the pre-crash peak in February 2008 and total real pay (i.e. including bonuses) 5.5% below, according to the June 2019 Money Statistics, produced by
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The Money Stats – May 2019 – Average UK Credit Card Debt Could Take Over Quarter of a Century To Repay
It would take the average person in the UK 26 years and 9 months to pay off the average credit card debt, if they only make the minimum payment each month, according to the May 2019 Money Statistics, produced by
Press Release 29th May -
£2,655 Average credit card debt per household in March 2019
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200,000 Young People Reached By Financial Education Workshops!
The Money Charity Celebrates Exciting Milestone The Money Charity, the UK’s financial capability charity, are delighted to announce that this Friday (10th May) they will reach the 200,000th recipient of their high-quality proven financial education in a Money Workshop at
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The Money Stats – April 2019 – Financial Year Nears End on Subdued Note
As an otherwise highly eventful financial year draws towards a close, the picture for the UK’s price, wage and debt statistics remains largely subdued, according to the April 2019 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. Despite dramatic events elsewhere,
Press Release 25th Apr -
0.2% Average increase in house prices in the year to March 2019, according to Nationwide
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The Money Stats – March 2019 – Recent Figures Suggest UK Economy Slow-Down
A wide range of debt, price and financial statistics suggest a ‘slowing down’ of the UK’s economic landscape, according to the March 2019 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. While many recent months have seen significant rises or falls
Press Release 26th Mar -
0.4% Average increase in house prices in the year to February 2019, according to Nationwide
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International Women’s Day – Women and Financial Wellbeing
The Money Charity believes that our message of bringing financial capability and wellbeing is for everyone, whatever their age, gender, background or situation, and are committed to seeing this become ever more the reality for people across the UK. To mark this year’s International
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The Money Stats – February 2019 – Households Remain Under Financial Stress Despite Some Signs of Improvement
Could you spare us 5 minutes? We would love to know what you think of The Money Statistics so have set up a short survey here. With your feedback, we will keep improving the report, making it as useful as possible to
Press Release 22nd Feb -
24 years How long it would take to save the average first time buyer deposit at the average UK savings rate out of the average UK income
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£58,948 Average total debt per UK household in November 2018
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The Money Stats – January 2019 – Low Savings and Rising Debt Across UK Points to Need for 2019 Financial Resolutions
Could you spare us 5 minutes? We would love to know what you think of The Money Statistics so have set up a short survey here. With your feedback, we will keep improving the report, making it as useful as
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The Money Stats – December 2018 – Strong Auto-Enrolment Pension Rates Yet To Solve UK Coverage Shortfall
While much positive progress has been made on UK public awareness of pensions, and participation in them, a considerable shortfall remains in overall coverage, according to the December 2018 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. The implementation and take-up
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9.2 million Number of employees not in any pension scheme in November 2018
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The Money Stats – November 2018 – Insurmountable Obstacles Continue to Block First-Time Buyer Access to Property Market
The challenge of housing affordability in the UK, particularly for first-time buyers, remains acute, according to the November 2018 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. Reports that the housing market is struggling, with property values falling or remaining static
Press Release 22nd Nov -
98% First-time buyer deposit as percentage of average salary, in September 2018
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0.2% Average interest rate on instant access savings account in August 2018
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The Money Stats – October 2018 – Rapid Rise of Digital Payments Yet to Halt Enduring Popularity of Cash
With many headlines sounding the death knell for cash, its popularity and use continues to endure robustly, according to the October 2018 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. Despite reports that the tipping point has been reached, with the
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The Money Stats – September 2018 – Public Sector Improvements Mask Household Debt Concerns
Considerable improvements in UK public sector finances should be weighed alongside signs of concern for household finances, according to the September 2018 Money Statistics, produced by The Money Charity. A dramatic improvement in the UK’s public sector finances has been
Press Release 20th Sep -
18.35% Average credit card interest rate in July 2018
Statistics September 2018 -
106% The average First Time Buyer deposit compared to average salary
Statistics August 2018 -
125% The average rent in London compared to the rest of England (2 bed)
Statistics July 2018 -
Press Release: Just One Hour of Financial Education Works; Evaluation of The Money Charity’s Workshops in Schools
The Money Charity’s Financial Education Money Workshops have a significant positive effect on the Financial Capability of Young People, in terms of confidence and perception of knowledge, even when the majority of students experience only one one-hour Workshop. This is
External News 24th Jul -
£77.44 The fall on last month in UK debt increases for each adult
Statistics June 2018 -
£49m The fall in Public Sector Net Debt per day in 2018
Statistics May 2018 -
£1,169.92 The increase in the amount of debt owed per adult in the UK since last year
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0.7% The fall in house prices over the last quarter according to Halifax
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0.5% UK economy growth in Q4 2017
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0.4% The fall in real terms wages excluding bonuses
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0.5% The Bank of England Base rate rise in November 2017
Statistics December 2017 -
0.5% The Bank of England Base Rate in November 2017
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35% The percentage of households with no savings whatsoever
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2.1% The rise in house prices in the year to August, according to Nationwide
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£1.754 trillion Public sector net debt (excluding banks)
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1.7% The record low savings ratio in Q1 2017. We are saving less than ever.
Statistics July 2017 -
2.9% The rate of inflation in May, the highest in nearly four years
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£26,468 The average annual salary in the UK, including bonuses
Statistics May 2017 -
33 years It would take for someone on an average salary, saving the average amount, to save a normal first-time buyer deposit.
Statistics April 2017 -
34% The proportion of households who own homes outright in England
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22,852 The number of individual insolvencies in England and Wales in Q4 2016
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3.79% The proportion of average pay spent on interest at an annual rates
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90.2% Public sector net debt is forecast to have peaked at 90.2% of GDP in 2017-18
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The Money Charity Reaches Our 150,000th Student!
Tomorrow, in Neath Port Talbot College, South Wales, we will reach our 150,000th student since we began to deliver Financial Education in schools and colleges six years ago! This Workshop, like nearly 5,000 that have come before, is full of
External News 14th Nov -
Financial Education in schools: why we need direct delivery
Introduction In September 2016, The Money Charity released ‘Financial Education in schools: how to fix two lost years?’ – original research into the state of Financial Education in English schools two years after its introduction to the Maths and Citizenship
External News 14th Nov -
£20.5 billion The gross mortgage lending in September
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6.648 million Employees had joined a pension scheme under auto-enrolment by the end of August 2016
Statistics October 2016 -
Financial Education in schools: how to fix two lost years?
Introduction From September 2014, Financial Education became part of the secondary school curriculum in England. A culmination of years of campaigning, the change was greeted as a great advance. For some, particularly in the policymaking world, there was a sense
External News 22nd Sep -
0.25% The new Bank of England base rate, which had stood at 0.5% since March 2009
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5.9% The average amount in Q1 2016 that households saved from their post-tax income
Statistics August 2016 -
597,216 New enquiries to Citizen’s Advice in the three months between January and March 2016
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£650 The median monthly rent in the year to March 2016
Statistics June 2016 -
9.61 million Households have no savings
Statistics May 2016