Monthly Archives: November 2014
Payday loan fees capped by FCA
In a move that threatens the very existence of several prominent high street lenders, the Financial Conduct Authority has outlawed certain fees that have previously been charged to payday loan customers. Limits include a cap…
The low income are not receiving welfare from their council
In an effort to improve the entitlement system, the central government starting sending funds to local councils in 2013. This change replaced the Crisis Loans as well as Community Care Grants, and the aim was…
Families in Birmingham do not earn living wage and live in poverty
Three recent studies shed light on the high poverty levels in West Midlands and the city of Birmingham. The Living Wage Foundation has reported on the low incomes in the area that lead to financial…
Weekend health care available to older people in their home
The Daily Express Respect For The Elderly is claiming victory in the increased health care being provided to older people as well as the vulnerable. Two of the key benefits that may occur from providing…