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Podcast ¦ Debt Talk: Debt Talk Cars & their Costs

Podcast : Debt talk Search for original: Link Key Take Aways The increase in car ownership correlates directly with a rise in parking fines and penalty notices, driven by heightened parking management and enforcement. Public and private parking enforcement operate under different legal frameworks, affecting the nature, process, and consequences of penalties. Penalty charges set by local authorities are governed by statutory limits, with maximum fines ranging from £70 to £160 depending on the region. Fixed penalty notices issued by… Read more

Podcast ¦ CX Files: John Devlin – Ascensos – Flashback To Day One Of The 2020 Covid Lockdowns

Podcast : The CX files Search for original: Link Key Take Aways The COVID-19 pandemic has acted as a catalyst for rapid business adaptation, particularly in contact centres and customer experience (CX) domains. Companies have shifted from traditional physical office settings to remote working models, often with over 600 employees enabled for home working within weeks. Organisational restructuring to support critical sectors such as healthcare (e.g., NHS) has been a priority, including repurposing office space to support social distancing and… Read more

Podcast ¦ CX Passport: The One With the (CX) Pet Shop Boys – Scott Lee Holloway E226 Greatest Hits

Podcast : CX passport Search for original: Link Key Take Aways Simplifying processes by removing unnecessary bureaucracy enhances both customer experience and operational efficiency in financial services. Investing in superior customer experience (CX) can prevent costs associated with poor service, such as repeated contact, rework, and reputational damage. Customer complaints are a valuable source of insight, providing immediate opportunities for service recovery and longer-term process improvements. Effective complaint management involves balancing immediate issue resolution with systemic root cause analysis to… Read more

HIGHLIGHTS ¦ DEMSA Newsletter

What you need to know this week FCA outlines three strategic priorities for consumer credit: innovation, support for vulnerable customers, and improved access to affordable credit.Ofgem issues policy update on its Debt Relief Scheme, targeting energy arrears accumulated between April 2022 and March 2024.Mortgage arrears fell in Q2 2025, but possessions rose by 10% compared to Q1.FOS consultation on differentiated case fees continues, with possible changes to complaint handling cost allocation.New consultation from Ofwat mandates customer involvement in water company… Read more

KEY THEMES+ ¦ DEMSA Summary

What you need to know this week FCA outlines three strategic priorities for consumer credit: innovation, support for vulnerable customers, and improved access to affordable credit.Ofgem issues policy update on its Debt Relief Scheme, targeting energy arrears accumulated between April 2022 and March 2024.Mortgage arrears fell in Q2 2025, but possessions rose by 10% compared to Q1.FOS consultation on differentiated case fees continues, with possible changes to complaint handling cost allocation.New consultation from Ofwat mandates customer involvement in water company… Read more

Podcast ¦ Market Pulse: Pros & Pioneers: The Truth About Leadership They Never Taught You Judy Micale

Podcast : Market pulse pros and pioneers Search for original: Link Key Take Aways Effective leadership in today’s organisational landscape requires integration of communication with compassion to foster transformation. Compassion fatigue is distinct from burnout and can be addressed through proactive self-care, boundaries, and time management. Leaders should prioritise self-care by ensuring their ‘fuel tank’ is full to cultivate resilience and support teams effectively. Observational skills and curiosity towards human behaviour are pivotal in understanding and leading others. Personal growth… Read more