This project assessed the extent to which applicants to the FlexMyRent scheme were honest about their financial circumstances, and which disclosures were most predictive of success. Qualitative interviews indicate that the framing of FlexMyRent generated trust and this encouraged honest disclosure. Quantitative analysis points to the self-disclosure of existing debt burdens and rent account starting balance as the most important predictors of success.

We're looking for new Trustees to join our Board and help develop our strategic vision and priorities for the next three years. Interested? You can download the Trustee specification here.

The Centre for Responsible Credit and Debt Justice have provided a joint response to Ofgem's consultation concerning a debt relief scheme. With energy debts now around £4 billion and no prospect of the affordability crisis abating, we call on Ofgem to be radical and accompany its debt relief scheme with the introduction of social tariffs and discounts.