Fraud remains a national security threat as criminals steal almost £1.3bn
UK Finance’s latest Annual Fraud Report shows its members reported that criminals stole £1.28 billion through payment fraud in 2025, an increase of four per cent, demonstrating how fraud continues to operate on an industrial scale and is a...
Economy shrinks in April – industry reaction
Data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) shows that the UK economy contracted by 0.1% in April, marking...
Record numbers turning to loan sharks
Over two million Britons are reportedly in debt to illegal lenders, a rise of 500,000 since 2022, according to...
SME lending rises by 16% hitting post-pandemic high
Lending to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) rose 16 per cent year-on-year to £5.3 billion in the first quarter...
World Cup triggers gambling spike
With the 2026 World Cup kicking off, new research from Lowell shows that 43% of all gamblers increase their betting...
Debt charity helped more than 216,000 tackle £2.9bn of debt last year
New figures show more than 216,800 people were helped by free debt advice services National Debtline and Business Debtline in 2025 – a 6% increase on the previous year, as high living cost pressures continued to drive debt issues. The services – run...
Record numbers turning to loan sharks
Over two million Britons are reportedly in debt to illegal lenders, a rise of 500,000 since 2022, according to...
Flint Bishop appoints Head of Finance Dispute Resolution
National UK law firm Flint Bishop has announced it has appointed banking and finance litigation specialist Zarvin Vandrewala as...
World Cup triggers gambling spike
With the 2026 World Cup kicking off, new research from Lowell shows that 43% of all gamblers increase their betting...
Football fans told to think twice before acting on financial tips
Football fans are being urged to think twice before acting on financial tips shared over social occasions like the...
Economy shrinks in April – industry reaction
Data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) shows that the UK economy contracted by 0.1% in April, marking its first monthly fall since August last year. While the economy contracted on a month-by-month basis, it grew by 0.7%...
Report highlights Companies House register reform profgress
A new report released has revealed that significant strides are being made to improve the accuracy of the Companies...
SME lending rises by 16% hitting post-pandemic high
Lending to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) rose 16 per cent year-on-year to £5.3 billion in the first quarter...
Millions of small businesses face new Companies House financial reporting rules
4.7 million businesses will be required to submit additional financial data to Companies House under major transparency reforms confirmed...
70% of SMEs fear bankruptcy as Iran war hampers supply chains
UK SMEs trading internationally are facing a tipping point, with seven in ten warning they could be pushed into...
Fraud remains a national security threat as criminals steal almost £1.3bn
UK Finance’s latest Annual Fraud Report shows its members reported that criminals stole £1.28 billion through payment fraud in 2025, an increase of four per cent, demonstrating how fraud continues to operate on an industrial scale and is a...
Lending platform enters administration
Administrators have been appointed to lending platform Amplifi Capital. Amplifi, via the Reevo Money brand, offered unsecured personal loans....
Banking sector expands financial inclusion pilot measures
UK Finance has announced the start of an expanded pilot programme, delivered in partnership with Shelter, the housing and...
FLA calls for recognition of commercial finance as a critical economic driver
Finance & Leasing Association (FLA) Chief Executive Shanika Amarasekara MBE has called for greater recognition of commercial finance as...
Outstanding value of mortgage loans increase by 2.6%
Latest data from the Bank of England has shown that the outstanding value of all residential mortgage loans increased...
INSOLVENCY NOTICES: Appointment of Administrators – May 2026
In May 2026, the following administration notices were issued and advertised in the London Gazette for the following companies: 12470936 LIMITED 4MERIT IMMIGRATION LIMITED ABSOLUTE POST LIMITED AERALIS LTD AIRSPRUNG FURNITURE LIMITED AIRSPRUNG GROUP PLC ALTERNATIVE USE BOSTON PROJECTS...
LIQUIDATION NOTICES: Creditors Voluntary Winding-Up – May 2026
Creditors’ Voluntary Winding-Up – Appointment of Liquidators notices have been issued in the London Gazette for the following companies...
INSOLVENCY NOTICES: Winding Up Petitions – May 2026
In May 2026, Winding Up Petitions (Companies) were issued and advertised in the London Gazette for the following companies:...
Opus makes South East Director appointment
Opus Restructuring and Insolvency has announced that it has appointed Rob McIlroy as Director. McIlroy has more than 15...
Opus Restructuring appoints in Partner
Opus Restructuring and Insolvency has announced that it has strengthened its advisory and insolvency offering with the appointment of...
UKCCC
UKCCC Thursday 10 September 2026 Hilton at St George’s Park, Burton Credit Services Association’s (CSA) UK Credit & Collections Conference (UKCCC) is the flagship annual event for the collections and debt purchase sector. Open to both CSA members and non-members, it brings together professionals from across the collections and wider credit industry to discuss the…
CCTA 2026 Annual Conference
CCTA 2026 Annual Conference Tuesday 6 October 2026 Leeds The CCTA Annual Conference remains a recognised “date for the diary” within the consumer credit sector, bringing together lenders, regulators, professional services, and industry stakeholders for a day of insight, discussion, and networking. Held in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, the conference offers a high-quality programme…
2026 Technology & Services Leaders Networking Dinner
Technology & Services Industry Leaders Networking Dinner Wednesday 18th November, Manchester Launch of a new event. More details will be shared soon. To find out more details about this new event, email: events@credit-connect.co.uk or call 01622 535075
Autumn: Commercial Credit & Collections Conference, Thursday 19th November, Manchester
Commercial Credit & Collections Conference (Autumn) Thursday 19th November Manchester The Commercial Credit & Collections Conference series will continue at the Midland Hotel in Manchester. The Commercial Credit & Collections Conference series focuses on the latest updates in credit management and insolvency. The next edition of the conference will provide Credit Managers and FDs with…