Small businesses facing pressures comparable to the pandemic

Small businesses across the UK are now operating under pressures comparable to and in some cases exceeding those experienced during the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a major new report published today by the House of Commons Business and Trade...

Mortgage repossessions increased by 39% in 2025

Latest UK Finance research has found that around 5,160 mortgaged properties were repossessed in 2025, a 39% increase from...

13th February 2026

GDP grew by 0.1% in the final quarter of 2025 – industry reaction

The UK economy grew by just 0.1% in the final quarter of 2025, according to the Office for National...

13th February 2026

37% of global business to business payment cycle is delayed

New global payment data analysis from Sidetrade is showing that late payments now account for 37% of the payment...

13th February 2026

Credit & Collections Technology Awards publishes 2025 review

Credit Connect has published its annual Credit & Collections Technology Awards review. The awards review highlights the unique transparency...

13th February 2026

Mortgage repossessions increased by 39% in 2025

Latest UK Finance research has found that around 5,160 mortgaged properties were repossessed in 2025, a 39% increase from 2024. The fourth quarter saw 1,210 homes repossessed, up 17% year-on-year but down 13% from the previous quarter. Despite this...

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Housing market defies weak growth as arrears continue to fall

The UK housing market has continued to outperform the wider economy, underpinned by a mortgage market that has absorbed...

12th February 2026

88% of UK struggling with high living costs

New research has revealed that 88% of the UK is struggling to cope with high living costs, equal to...

11th February 2026

Lantern Group unveils new Leeds flagship head office

Lantern Group has announced the opening of its new flagship head office at Apsley House on Wellington Street in...

11th February 2026

Hoist Finance enters agreement to acquire Azzurro

Hoist Finance has announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire UK debt purchaser Azzurro Associates, a...

10th February 2026


Small businesses facing pressures comparable to the pandemic

Small businesses across the UK are now operating under pressures comparable to and in some cases exceeding those experienced during the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a major new report published today by the House of Commons Business and Trade...

GDP grew by 0.1% in the final quarter of 2025 – industry reaction

The UK economy grew by just 0.1% in the final quarter of 2025, according to the Office for National...

13th February 2026

Skipton Business Finance appoints Head of Asset-Based Lending

Skipton Business Finance (SBF) has appointed Kim Hughes as its new head of Asset-Based Lending (ABL). Hughes brings over...

12th February 2026

37% of global business to business payment cycle is delayed

New global payment data analysis from Sidetrade is showing that late payments now account for 37% of the payment...

12th February 2026

Third of brokers report rise in asset finance

New research by Allica Bank shows that the market remains active and resilient, with brokers continuing to see meaningful...

12th February 2026


FCA outlines new BNPL measures

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has outlined new measures for Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) lending, which will aim to simplify information for borrowers whilst ensuring income checks and support for those in financial difficulty. Lenders must now be...

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Consumer confidence hits decade-long low

Consumer confidence has now been negative for ten consecutive years, with the GfK index falling sharply again in January....

10th February 2026

Couples who plan together have an average of £328 left at end of the month

New research by Hargreaves Lansdown has found that couples who plan together have an average of £328 left at...

9th February 2026

FOS complaints hit a two year low following overhaul of rules

Complaints to the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) fell to the lowest level in two years in Quarter 4 2025....

9th February 2026

LHV Bank granted consumer credit permission by the PRA

LHV Bank has been formally granted consumer credit permission by the UK Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA), following a comprehensive...

9th February 2026



INSOLVENCY NOTICES: Appointment of Administrators – January 2026

In January 2026, the following administration notices were issued and advertised in the London Gazette for the following companies: 100% PEACH LIMITED 4U FRESH PRODUCE LTD ALFRED INTEGRATED COMMUNICATIONS LIMITED ALFRED LONDON LIMITED ALLROUNDER CRICKET LTD BATT CABLES LIMITED...

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LIQUIDATION NOTICES: Creditors Voluntary Winding-Up – January 2026

Creditors Voluntary Winding-Up – Appointment of Liquidators notices have been issued in the London Gazette for the following companies...

9th February 2026

INSOLVENCY NOTICES: Winding Up Petitions – January 2025

In January 2026, Winding Up Petitions (Companies) were issued and advertised in the London Gazette for the following companies:...

9th February 2026
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Business financial pressures highlighted by over 28,000 insolvencies recorded in 2025

UK businesses continued to face intense financial pressure throughout 2025, with 28,616 insolvency activities recorded, while start-ups declined, according...

29th January 2026

RSM appoints new Restructuring Partner

RSM UK has announced the appointment of Joe Barry as Restructuring Partner. Barry will lead the restructuring advisory team...

29th January 2026




Wednesday 20th May 2026

2026 Industry Leaders Networking Dinner

Industry Leaders Networking Dinner Wednesday 20th May, Nottingham The 2026 Industry Leaders list will be announced with an informal networking event taking place before the Spring event series, comprising the Commercial Credit & Collections Conference, Credit & Collections Think Tank and the 2026 Credit & Collections Industry Awards. More details will be announced soon. To…

Thursday 21st May 2026

Spring: Commercial Credit & Collections Conference – Thursday 21st May, Nottingham

Spring: Commercial Credit & Collections Conference Thursday 21st May Nottingham The Spring Commercial Credit & Collections Conference series will continue in May 2026.  The Commercial Credit & Collections Conference series focuses on the latest updates in credit management and insolvency. The next edition of the conference will provide Credit Managers and FDs with access to…

Thursday 21st May 2026

Spring: Credit & Collections Think Tank, Thursday 21st May, Nottingham

Nottingham The sixth Credit & Collections Technology Think Tank face-to-face event will take place in Nottingham on Thursday, 21st May. READ MORE CLICK HERE  

Thursday 21st May 2026

2026 Credit & Collections Industry Awards – Thursday 21st May, Nottingham

Credit & Collections Industry Awards Thursday 21st May 2026, Nottingham The third Credit & Collections Industry Awards will take place in Nottingham in 2026. The Awards highlight the success of companies and individuals who lead the way in enhancing credit, lending and collections best practices. The awards will celebrate the best in credit, lending and…


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