86% of construction firms facing serious financial distress
Britain’s construction sector is heading for a cash flow crisis, with firms battling late payments and rising costs on contracts that are now being delivered at a loss, according to new research from UK accountancy and advisory firm Menzies....
Majority of workers are not on course for adequate retirement
A new report from Pensions UK has warned that most workers are not saving enough for even a ‘moderate’...
Mortgage approvals hit 15-month high
Latest Bank of England data has shown that mortgage approvals reached a 15-month high of 65,900 in April, a...
One in four say they have borrowed money from their parents for bills
One in four (25%) adults borrowing money from their parents for bills such as rent or insurance admit they...
Credit & Collections Spring Series 2026 review
Credit Connect hosted its second annual Spring Series of events at the end of May at Eastwood Hall Hotel...
One in four say they have borrowed money from their parents for bills
One in four (25%) adults borrowing money from their parents for bills such as rent or insurance admit they don’t always tell their partner about the extra help, even though they share the bill, according to new polling data...
Credit & Collections Spring Series 2026 review
Credit Connect hosted its second annual Spring Series of events at the end of May at Eastwood Hall Hotel...
CSA Learning receives Strong standard following Ofsted inspection
CSA Learning, the learning and development arm of the Credit Services Association, has received a Strong standard from Ofsted...
One in five regret their spending beyond their means
A fifth of adults in the UK are feeling constant ‘financial regret’ over their spending habits, with pressures felt...
One in four young people gamble to pay bills
Eight in ten gamblers aged 18-24 (83%) will bet more frequently in 2026 due to major sporting events like...
86% of construction firms facing serious financial distress
Britain’s construction sector is heading for a cash flow crisis, with firms battling late payments and rising costs on contracts that are now being delivered at a loss, according to new research from UK accountancy and advisory firm Menzies....
Spark Finance appoints Chief Commercial Officer
Spark Finance Group has announced the appointment of Simon Carter as Chief Commercial Officer. Carter will lead the group’s...
Housebuilder cheated creditors by secretly transferring company land to his partner
A housebuilder who transferred development land worth £250,000 out of his failing construction company to a firm controlled by...
Business leader confidence improves despite Iran conflict concerns
The IoD Directors’ latest Economic Confidence Index, which measures business leader optimism over prospects for the UK economy, rose...
Business confidence climbs in May
Business confidence edged upwards by three points to 47% in May, according to the latest Lloyds Business Barometer, indicating...
Majority of workers are not on course for adequate retirement
A new report from Pensions UK has warned that most workers are not saving enough for even a ‘moderate’ lifestyle during retirement. The Retirement Living Standards report argues that rising bills have pushed a moderate retirement, priced at £32,700...
Mortgage approvals hit 15-month high
Latest Bank of England data has shown that mortgage approvals reached a 15-month high of 65,900 in April, a...
High-interest loan spam texts director banned
Boss of firm which sparked almost 38,000 complaints over high-interest loan spam texts banned as company director until 2032....
Average house prices are expected to fall by 2% in 2026
Average mainstream house prices are expected to fall by 2% in 2026, as higher mortgage rates reduce demand, according...
Just Mortgages appoints Marketing Director
Just Mortgages, together with Spicerhaart, the UK’s largest independent estate agency and property service group, has announced the appointment...
Business insolvencies increase by 2%
Latest figures from the Insolvency Service have shown that the number of business insolvencies in England and Wales increased by 2% in April 2026 compared to the previous month rising to 2,085 from 2,037. April’s figure was 3% up...
Scottish business insolvencies increase by 6%
Latest figures from the Accountant in Bankruptcy (AiB) have shown that business insolvencies in Scotland increased in April 2026....
Northern Irish personal and business insolvencies rise
Latest monthly statistics from the Insolvency Service have shown that business insolvencies and personal insolvencies rose in Northern Ireland...
INSOLVENCY NOTICES: Appointment of Administrators – April 2026
In April 2026, the following administration notices were issued and advertised in the London Gazette for the following companies:...
LIQUIDATION NOTICES: Creditors Voluntary Winding-Up – April 2026
In April 2026, Appointment of Liquidators (Creditors Voluntary Winding-Up) were issued and advertised in the London Gazette for the...
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. Click here to view event details 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…