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KEY THEMES+ ¦ DEMSA Newsletter

What you need to know this week Ofgem has set the energy price cap at £1,717 starting from 1st October 2024, reflecting a 9.5% increase. StepChange reports ongoing difficulties for households managing energy bills despite recent price falls. Changes to Winter fuel payments will affect over 10 million older people, removing a £300 benefit. Research indicates significant struggles among older people in managing water bills. AI reliance could increase vulnerabilities to cyberattacks and data breaches. The UK Finance Annual Mortgage… Read more

KEY THEMES+ ¦ DEMSA Newsletter

What you need to know this week Prices rose by 2.2% year-on-year to July 2024. The FCA's CONC 8 review is now expected to start in early 2025. Top-ranked personal current account providers in GB include Monzo, Starling Bank, and Chase. Cyber-resilience remains a focus, with the ICO offering tips on securing IT systems. The PSR has published its response to the call for views on expanding variable recurring payments. The IPA reminded IPs of the IVA reporting requirements under… Read more

Debt Collection Industry Events: UK

The UK has a rich set of events held for the Arrears management and debt Collections industries. Some of these are for specific sectors, processes or general areas with Collections related content. Listed below are public events, which offer sponsorship opportunities or are available to attend as a delegate. In addition, many companies also hold individual events, in person or webinars, which are usually promoted on LinkedIn or by direct invite. Industry Media Credit Strategy events link Credit Strategy hold… Read more

Consumer Proposals – Canada – A Debt Support Solution Explainer

Download as pdf Overview of Debt Advice Solutions in Canada The debt solutions landscape in Canada is diverse. With rising living costs and economic uncertainties, many Canadians are seeking effective ways to manage and alleviate their debt burdens. Key Debt Relief Options Debt Consolidation: Combine multiple debts into a single loan with a lower interest rate, simplifying repayment. Various institutions offer debt consolidation loans to assist individuals and businesses in managing their debt more effectively. Debt Settlement: A negotiation with… Read more

INSIGHTS+ ¦ Reciprocity Principle – in Collections [Behavioural Series]

The reciprocity principle is a fundamental social rule that suggests individuals are more likely to return favours when they receive kindness. In the context of collections, this principle can be leveraged to improve debtor engagement and recovery rates. By demonstrating understanding and offering flexible solutions, creditors can foster goodwill, which may encourage debtors to meet their obligations more readily. This article explores the application of the reciprocity principle within a collections function, examining its importance, key considerations, and the anticipated… Read more

INSIGHTS+ ¦ Social Norms Theory – in Collections [Behavioural Series]

Implementing Social Norms Theory within a collections function can significantly enhance the effectiveness of debt recovery strategies for creditors. Social Norms Theory, is grounded in the idea that individuals' behaviours are influenced by their perceptions of how others in their social group behave and can be strategically employed to improve debt collection outcomes. This article explores the key elements needed to implement Social Norms Theory in collections, why it is important, key considerations, potential benefits, and examples of its successful… Read more