- Better use of data will help create realistic repayment plans, ensuring payments remain manageable for those who need support.
- While supporting people in difficulty, the government will maintain a firm approach to fraud and deliberate non‑payment, helping protect over £100 billion collected each year to fund vital public services.
Millions of people and businesses who owe money to government will benefit from more personalised and affordable repayment support, as the government sets out new plans to improve how debt owed to the public sector is managed.
The 2026–2030 Government Debt Management Strategy outlines how departments will better use data and earlier engagement to help people who fall behind on…