Inflation falls slightly – industry reaction

Latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) data has shown that inflation fell slightly in October to  3.6 per cent, from 3.8% in September. Core Inflation came in at 3.4% in the 12 months to October, down from the 3.5% in September and below the 3.7% forecast by the market Commenting on today’s inflation figures for October,…

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Higher prices for essentials are their biggest worry ahead of the Budget

20th November 2025 Consumer Collections | #cost of living

New research from Creditspring has found that half of people (49%) say higher prices for essentials are their biggest worry ahead of the Budget, followed by rising energy bills (47%) and income tax freezes (35%) The research also revealed that the average person has spent hundreds of pounds in the past year on unplanned expenses…

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DCBL appoints Managing Director

20th November 2025 Appointments | #appointments

Debt resolution specialist, DCBL, has appointed Jamie Gibson as its new Managing Director. Gibson joins DCBL from Water Plus, where he played a key role in the creation and operational build of the commercial water retail business serving over 350,000 customers. He rose to the role of Managing Director for corporate customers, focusing on operational efficiency,…

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Wright Hassall becomes part of HCR Law following pre-pack administration

20th November 2025 Consumer Collections |

Following a pre-packaged administration process, well-established Leamington Spa-based Wright Hassall has become part of HCR Law. The debt collection firm QDR Solicitors, which previously formed part of Wright Hassall, has not transferred ownership to HCR Law. Sam Payne, Joint Head, Leamington Spa office, HCR Law, said “We’re delighted to be joined by Wright Hassall. This…

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Opus appoints new Partner

20th November 2025 Appointments |

Opus Restructuring and Insolvency has expanded its national footprint with the launch of a new Southampton office, headed by experienced Insolvency Practitioner Mike Field, who joins the firm as a Partner. With a career spanning nearly 40 years, Field brings extensive experience in business recovery, turnaround, and corporate finance. He has worked with owner-managed businesses…

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