PayPlan wins Debt Team of the Year at the Corporate Finance Awards 2024

PayPlan has been named Debt Team of the Year after a successful evening at the Corporate Finance Awards.The Corporate Finance Awards recognise the exceptional financial achievements of the UK’s mid-sized and larger companies, as well as the supplier organisations that…

World Suicide Prevention Day – raising awareness of suicide prevention

On the 10th of September every year, organisations and communities around the world come together to raise awareness of how we can create a world where fewer people die by suicide. The theme for 2024 is to Change The Narrative.Every…

Money worries after key sporting events

We recently saw England suffer defeat in the Euro 2024 final against Spain.While many will have enjoyed watching the tournament, for others, it may have been distressing to chase bet losses and possibly enter financial difficulty.Gambling can be a highly…

How to stay safe from loan sharks

What’s a loan shark?A loan shark – or illegal money lender – is someone who lends money illegally without proper authorisation from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).That means if you borrow from them, they don’t have to follow the rules…

PayPlan partners with mental health support service SHOUT

We’re proud to partner with the Aviva Foundation to enhance awareness of Shout, a critical mental health support service for anyone struggling to cope, including young individuals affected by the cost-of-living crisis, and who are in distress due to their…

PayPlan finalists at inaugural Credit & Collections Industry Awards

We’re excited to announce that we’ve been named as finalists in the Debt Advice Provider of the Year category at the Credit & Collections Industry Awards.The awards recognise excellence and innovation in the UK credit and collections industry. In this…

Working together to support neurodivergent individuals

Many people prefer to self-manage their needs as a neurodivergent adult, but there may be moments when extra support and knowledge is needed.  To raise awareness, we’re working to address how neurodivergent individuals – those with conditions such as ADHD,…

Mental Health Awareness Week 2024 – Moving more for your mental health

‘Moving more for our mental health’ is this year’s theme for Mental Health Awareness Week.We’re well aware of the stress that debt can place on you, and for many people, poor financial situations can trigger extended periods of stress and…

Stress Awareness Month: Tips to help you manage your money

It’s Stress Awareness Month, and over the next few weeks, we’ll be exploring related topics and how we might be able to support you.This year, the theme for Stress Awareness Month is ‘Little By Little, A Little Becomes A Lot’.The…

World Bipolar Day: The link between debt and bipolar disorder

The aim of World Bipolar Day (Saturday, March 30th) is to encourage understanding about what bipolar is – and isn’t – and to banish the stigma around it.Each year, Bipolar UK holds its annual conference and runs a number of…

What is the new April energy price cap?

Between 1 April and 30 June 2024, the energy price cap is set at £1,690 per year for a typical household that uses electricity and gas and pays by Direct Debit.Based on typical household energy use, this is £238 lower…

PayPlan retains Inclusive Service Kitemark™ demonstrating commitment to vulnerable consumers

We are thrilled to announce that we’ve successfully retained our Inclusive Service Kitemark™, a benchmark for industry best practice, awarded by BSI, the business standards and improvement company.The Kitemark covers topics such as the identification of customer vulnerability, inclusive design…

Loan fee fraud – how to stay safe when looking for a loan

The cost-of-living crisis is exerting increasing pressure on people’s finances, with one in five adults taking out loans to cope. At the same time, scams are rising, including loan fee fraud, where people are asked to pay an upfront fee but…

Saving money on your energy bills – gas and electric meters explained

With energy prices set to increase again in January, we’re all doing anything we can to use less gas and electricity in our homes, but there may be other ways you can save money.Knowing what type of meter you have…

Make writing a Will your New Year’s Resolution!

Head into 2024 with a productive start by writing your Will and ensuring your assets are protected and will be distributed how you choose.Do you have particular wishes you would want to be followed and do you know who you…

Reducing the stigma around gambling-related debt

We’re supporting Stigma, a national public health campaign to reduce the stigma around gambling harms.The nationwide initiative, by charity GambleAware, revealed that 75% of people who had experienced gambling problems felt they couldn’t open up to loved ones, with stigma…

PayPlan celebrates second Debt Advice Provider of the Year award

PayPlan has been named Debt Advice Provider of the Year for the second time in 2023 after a successful evening at the National Credit Awards.Led by Money Age UK, The National Credit Awards recognise outstanding achievement in the UK credit…