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Let's create a better 'breathing space'

In May 2021 the Government introduced a new ‘breathing space’ scheme for people in debt in England & Wales.

We are front-line debt advisers, and we are worried it won’t work.

We all want ‘breathing space’ to work.

But Government isn’t listening. Its proposals for the scheme haven’t changed since the Covid outbreak.
The world we all live in has. With millions more of us struggling to make ends meet.
As debt advisers, we need to be given the time to do our jobs properly. And people in debt need real solutions.
Government needs to listen to the front-line.

We need more time to help people claim the benefits they are entitled to and people who have lost their jobs need more time and support to get back into work.
The sixty days ‘breathing space’, which has been introduced, just isn’t long enough. Especially when unemployment is forecast to increase by a further million in the next year.
We also want action to prevent debt problems from turning into long-term poverty. People in debt need to be able to live with dignity and many will need a ‘fresh start’.
Let’s give people in debt a real chance for a better future.

Government announces changes to DRO eligibility

The Government has today responded to its consultation regarding the monetary eligibility limits for Debt Relief Orders.

Damon Gibbons

May 10, 2021

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Supporting statement from Unite members for our campaign

We have received a tremendous statement in support of our campaign from the Unite West Yorkshire & Humber Community, Youth Workers, and Not for Profit Sectoral Branch which is now available here.

Damon Gibbons

Feb 23, 2021

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Let’s create better Debt Relief Orders

Following a meeting attended by over 140 front-line debt advisers at the beginning of the month, we have now pulled together our response to the Government’s consultation concerning the eligibility criteria for Debt Relief Orders.

Damon Gibbons

Feb 17, 2021

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Model Resolution for Trades Union Branches

Recognising that debt is impacting on a wide range of employees, including key workers, We are Debt Advisers is seeking the active support of the trades union movement in its campaign.

Damon Gibbons

Feb 16, 2021

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