Ayom News and Articles (Page 4)
Articles combining Ayom, financial and societal news. (Page 4)
Citizens Advice release statement about bailiff tactics
Bailiffs have been found to be using too many intimidation tactics against debtors according to a financial ombudsman report last year. Citizens' Advice has spoken out about possible further regulation.
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Tuesday, 19th February 2019
Citizen's Advice - Council Tax debt collection standards
Ayom want to show our support for independent regulations and revisiting the way local authorities are fulfilling debt collection practices relating to taxes. With many seemingly taking an aggressive enforcement stance from the beginning, we urge councils to seek pre-legal mediation as best practice.
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Tuesday, 11th December 2018
Bailiffs under scrutiny for breaking rules
Rule breaking bailiffs have recently come under scrutiny. While some have powers to seize goods and enter property, they should still do so professionally.
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Wednesday, 28th November 2018
Late payments putting self-employed in debt
A combination of late payments from debtors, along with a lack of awareness about available business skills and support is sending the self employed and small business owners into an average of £10,000 of debt according to a study.
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Thursday, 8th November 2018
Debt and mental health - The role of debt collectors
How do debt collectors manage mental health issues affecting debtors? Keeping it in mind is an important part of our modern debt collection process.
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Monday, 29th October 2018
MoJ Funding for historic debt collection runs out
The MoJ has run out of funding for updating the system dealing with historic debt collection including parking fines, speeding tickets and other local authority debts. The department has instead decided to use resources elsewhere.
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Thursday, 27th September 2018
Is a budget surplus a problem for household debt?
Does a budget surplus achieved this month have a positive or negative effect on household debt and the average family?
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Thursday, 23rd August 2018
Mental health at work report gains focus
The British Chamber of commerce suggests mental health at work is becoming less taboo as employers are beginning to offer more support. Ayom takes a look at the trends and our own practices in relation to mental health at work.
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Friday, 10th August 2018
Bristol Council to adopt new debt collection strategies
Ayom's latest news blog looks into Bristol council deciding against traditional council debt collection strategies of calling bailiffs and court action early over mediation and early intervention.
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Wednesday, 8th August 2018
Over-aggressive council debt collection tactics
A debt collection agency will mediate and ensure both sides are able to find the best resolution rather than seek immediate aggressive actions. A recent report by MPs suggest many local authorities are instead selecting to chase debtors harshly from the beginning. Could they benefit from the experts?
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Tuesday, 31st July 2018
What is Debt Recovery Automation?
Debt recovery automation is the practice of debt recovery using automated processes.
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Monday, 16th July 2018