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December 2008
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UK residents told to seek debt advice - 31/12/08
British people struggling with debt have been urged to seek professional advice in the new year
British people struggling with debt have been urged to seek professional advice in the new year
New year party plans hit by debt worries - 30/12/08
Many British people are preparing to celebrate the new year at home due to financial concerns
Many British people are preparing to celebrate the new year at home due to financial concerns
Britons making financial resolutions - 29/12/08
Many UK people are bidding to tackle their money problems and avoid further debt by making financial new year's resolutions, a new survey has revealed
Many UK people are bidding to tackle their money problems and avoid further debt by making financial new year's resolutions, a new survey has revealed
Brits 'taking precautions' to avoid debt - 24/12/08
Many people in the UK are already making sacrifices to avoid major debt problems in the new year, a consumer expert has claimed
Many people in the UK are already making sacrifices to avoid major debt problems in the new year, a consumer expert has claimed
Debtors urged to remember true meaning of Christmas - 22/12/08
Keeping the original meaning of Christmas in mind could help Britons to avoid major debt problems this year, it has been claimed
Keeping the original meaning of Christmas in mind could help Britons to avoid major debt problems this year, it has been claimed
Brits 'disappointed with savings' - 19/12/08
Many UK people failed to save as much money as they would have liked this year, suggesting that paying off debts could be more of a priority
Many UK people failed to save as much money as they would have liked this year, suggesting that paying off debts could be more of a priority
Singletons 'worried about finances' - 18/12/08
A new survey has indicated that many single people feel financially vulnerable and at risk of debt
A new survey has indicated that many single people feel financially vulnerable and at risk of debt
Britons 'ditch Christmas travel plans' - 17/12/08
Many UK residents are abandoning plans to travel over the festive period, as debts and other financial problems mount up
Many UK residents are abandoning plans to travel over the festive period, as debts and other financial problems mount up
Brits 'using credit cards daily' - 15/12/08
New research has identified a growing group of casual card users who use their plastic on a daily basis, potentially leading to problems with credit card debt
New research has identified a growing group of casual card users who use their plastic on a daily basis, potentially leading to problems with credit card debt
Struggling consumers 'should consider supermarket options' - 15/12/08
With the economic crisis having an ever-worsening impact on the man-on-the-street's finances, consumer group Which? has advised shoppers to choose their supermarket carefully as it could help them to save money
With the economic crisis having an ever-worsening impact on the man-on-the-street's finances, consumer group Which? has advised shoppers to choose their supermarket carefully as it could help them to save money
Saving becomes harder in credit crunch Britain - 15/12/08
Worsening economic conditions mean fewer people will be in a position to save next year, suggesting they will be more concerned with debt management than setting aside money for the proverbial rainy day or retirement
Worsening economic conditions mean fewer people will be in a position to save next year, suggesting they will be more concerned with debt management than setting aside money for the proverbial rainy day or retirement
Christmas items 'falling in price' - 11/12/08
People who are worried about slipping into debt this Christmas may be encouraged by claims that many festive items will be cheaper this year
People who are worried about slipping into debt this Christmas may be encouraged by claims that many festive items will be cheaper this year
Pay-day loans over Christmas could see many fall into debt - 10/12/08
With Christmas being perhaps the most expensive time of the year it is unsurprising that some may fall into debt over the festive period
With Christmas being perhaps the most expensive time of the year it is unsurprising that some may fall into debt over the festive period
Christmas debt 'could have psychological effects' - 10/12/08
Overspending at Christmas is likely to result in psychological problems for consumers, as well as creating a financial burden
Overspending at Christmas is likely to result in psychological problems for consumers, as well as creating a financial burden
Struggling pensioners at risk from soaring energy bills - 10/12/08
Thousands of elderly Britons are cutting back on essential food and heating as a direct result of soaring energy costs, it has been revealed
Thousands of elderly Britons are cutting back on essential food and heating as a direct result of soaring energy costs, it has been revealed
Worried York residents seeking debt advice - 10/12/08
The number of York residents seeking advice over the possible implications of the current economic situation has doubled over the past six months alone, it has been reported
The number of York residents seeking advice over the possible implications of the current economic situation has doubled over the past six months alone, it has been reported
Church leader stresses need for debt advice - 04/12/08
An American religious leader has said that a Christian interpretation of personal finance issues is becoming increasingly popular with his congregation
An American religious leader has said that a Christian interpretation of personal finance issues is becoming increasingly popular with his congregation
Christmas shoppers get tips to avoid debt - 03/12/08
Consumers have been urged to take extra care with their Christmas spending this year, despite the financial pressures of the festive period
Consumers have been urged to take extra care with their Christmas spending this year, despite the financial pressures of the festive period
'Back to basics' for Christmas spending - 02/12/08
UK families will look to save money and avoid new year debt by taking a simple approach to Christmas this year, according to a new survey
UK families will look to save money and avoid new year debt by taking a simple approach to Christmas this year, according to a new survey
TV presenter gives Christmas debt warning - 01/12/08
Financial expert Jasmine Birtles has urged people not to overspend during the Christmas period
Financial expert Jasmine Birtles has urged people not to overspend during the Christmas period
