Archive for the ‘Government policy on debt’ Category

Housing Minister, John Healey, has no idea about repossessions

by David Mond on March 8th, 2010

Have you read the latest from our current Housing Minister? According to BBC’s Radio 5 Live, John Healey says, “for some people, having their home repossessed, can be the best option”. What poppycock! And I can assure you, that’s me doing my best to be polite!

Tags: debt, homeless, Housing Minister, John Healey, mortgage, reposessions
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It’s all about “trust”

by David Mond on March 6th, 2010

We’re more aware than ever of companies out there who seem to be praying on the good nature of people in need for their own gain. Through my work as Chairman of the DRF (Debt Resolution Forum), as well as through my own company, ClearDebt, we’re doing our best to protect people in debt from situations where they may find it difficult to see the wood from the trees – and to do this, we’re keeping you as well informed as possible about any companies you might need to be weary of.

Tags: debt, Debt Resolution Forum, Department of Personal Insolvency Review and Assessment, DRF, IVA council, IVA Review Board, money worries
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The Ministry Of Justice Is Coming To Town

by Andrew_F_Smith on December 11th, 2009

Just finished writing our submission to the Ministry of Justice consultation on statutory debt management plans. Whatever happens – this is going to change the way companies like ClearDebt deal with struggling debtors.

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Going down with the ship

by David Mond on June 4th, 2009

It seems the Titanic is not the only sinking ship which will go down in history. As more and more MPs are discovered fudging their expenses, I ask, how bad can it get? Well apparently, much worse! What a difference 24 hours makes. Jacqui Smith, David Chaytor, Patricia Hewitt, Beverly Hughes and now Hazel Blears [...]

Tags: election, expenses scandal
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Don’t they ever learn that in true superhero style, the goodie always wins?

by David Mond on April 1st, 2009

In the world of superheroes, Batman, Spidey and Superman always save the day. And even if we want to include the females in this sacred group – SuperGirl won her battles fair and square. So it’s good to see that justice can win the day, even in the real world! Loosing their latest battle, the [...]

Tags: bank charges, fee charging bank accounts, Office of Fair Trading, OFT, payback, ruling
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