Insolvency Service publishes new Individual Voluntary Arrangement protocol to help protect people in debt

The changes to the IVA protocol bring further clarity and certainty for both consumers and creditors.  Research published in October 2024, showed concerning evidence of poor practice by some providers.   The revised protocol comes into effect from 1 June 2025 and is the product of the agency working alongside regulators, creditors, IVA providers and charities.  …

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What the new rate means for your loan on June 1

Three million Australians with outstanding student loans will receive a more than $2.5 billion debt increase when the annual indexation is applied on June 1. The Albanese government had promised to reduce student loans by 20 per cent before indexation is applied this year, but the legislation required has not reached parliament as sitting does…

Breathing Space – BBC

Imagine you’re stuck in a leaking boat. Water is pouring in, you’re exhausted, panicking, and feel like you’re about to sink. Now imagine someone throws you a lifeline — they patch the holes, give you a moment to breathe, and let you rest while a support team comes to help fix the boat properly. That’s…