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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.
News and Stories
17 Jan 2022
PayPlan partners with Bipolar UK to provide further support to people with mental health conditions
Money Management
6 Jan 2022
Look after your mental, physical and financial wellbeing this year
It’s another New Year, and many of us will be scratching our heads trying to think of New Year’s Resolutions that we can keep. This year don’t pick a big resolution, instead make small lifestyle changes that make you feel…
Money Management
21 Dec 2021
New Year? New You? New Budget!
Happy New Year! We’re here to support you with your New Year’s resolution. Whether you’re going to be saving money by quitting smoking or by eating healthier, we can help you make a budget to achieve your goals.
Living in Debt
21 Dec 2021
‘My Debt Story’: Sam, PayPlan Adviser
Sam has worked for PayPlan for a year as a debt adviser. He uses his own experience of being in debt to help and support others who want to take back financial control. Here Sam tells his story of how…
Industry News
15 Dec 2021
PayPlan…Debt Advice Provider of the Year!
It’s official! PayPlan has been awarded ‘Debt Advice Provider of the Year’, at last night’s (14 December) Credit Strategy Credit Awards.
Industry News
9 Dec 2021
UK Finance and BSA agree voluntary pause on residential and buy-to-let possessions
UK Finance and The Building Societies Association (BSA) have today announced a voluntary pause on possessions from Monday 13 December until Tuesday 4 January 2022.
Living in Debt
3 Dec 2021
‘My Debt Story’: Kim, PayPlan Adviser
Money Saving Ideas
2 Dec 2021
It’s beginning to cost a lot like Christmas…have your presence be the present this year!
It’s difficult to think of what to buy people for Christmas gifts, especially when you’re on a budget. But setting a limit and sticking to your budget will make Christmas just as special without having the worry of the credit…
Money Saving Ideas
2 Dec 2021
We hope Yule like our Christmas dinner ideas!
Supermarkets are busy; turkeys are flying off the shelves and you can’t decide how many sprouts to get for Christmas dinner. But did you know that as a nation we spend £4.7 billion on Christmas food every year, with the…
Money Saving Ideas
2 Dec 2021
Decorate this Christmas on a budget
How can you make your home festive on a budget? Here are some ways you can create a bit of Christmas sparkle in your home this year – without busting your budget.
Money Saving Ideas
1 Dec 2021
What’s your Christmas budget?
You don’t have to break the bank to enjoy yourself this Christmas. In the first of our Christmas blogs, here are our top tips on how to save money, whilst still having lots of festive fun!
News and Stories
30 Nov 2021
PRESS RELEASE: Rising costs will make it harder for families to put food on the table, says PayPlan’s Autumn Income Shock Survey
PayPlan, one the largest UK providers of free debt advice, has released the results from its Autumn Income Shock Survey, commissioned to understand the growing impact of inflation on people in financially vulnerable situations.
Industry News
29 Nov 2021
PayPlan wins hat-trick of Collections & Customer Service awards!
We had a great time at the Credit Strategy Collections & Customer Service Awards (24 November) after winning three awards – the icing on the cake being when we were named Debt Advice Provider of the Year!
Living in Debt
24 Nov 2021
‘My Debt Story’: Jane, PayPlan Adviser
Industry News
23 Nov 2021
PayPlan partners with Plain Numbers to tackle low numeracy levels
We've joined forces with Plain Numbers, an organisation dedicated to helping firms support their customers who struggle with numbers and data.
Living in Debt
19 Nov 2021
‘My Debt Story’: Beth, PayPlan Adviser
Beth has worked for PayPlan for three years as a debt adviser. She uses her own experience of being in debt to help and support others who want to take back financial control.
Industry News
17 Nov 2021
PayPlan shortlisted for three prestigious Credit Awards!
Our awards success is continuing this year after being shortlisted for another three, this time at the prestigious Credit Strategy Credit Awards.
Living in Debt
11 Nov 2021
‘My Debt Story’: Julia, PayPlan Adviser
Julia has worked for PayPlan for ten years as a debt adviser. She uses her own experience of being in debt to help and support others who want to take back financial control.
Industry News
5 Nov 2021
PayPlan launches ‘Debt Doesn’t Discriminate’ campaign
We’re launching a new campaign to highlight – and break down – barriers that prevent some people from accessing debt help.
Client Stories
5 Nov 2021
Client story: A Director’s Breathing Space experience
A Director of a Limited company shares his thoughts on how Breathing Space improved his financial situation.