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Debt Free London launches a new series of ten short videos, co-created by frontline advisors, to explain the often complex world of debt and debt solutions as the cost of living crisis hits more families than ever before.

This week makes three years since I started in my role as Head of Debt Free London, and in that time my amazing team have supported over 65,000 Londoners with their debt and money worries with free, expert advice.

To mark my three year work anniversary, I wanted to stop on reflect on three things I have learnt.

This week sees the start another new year, and for many getting out of debt might be the number one goal - still, It can be hard to know where to start. Matt Dronfield, Head of Debt Free London, shares his 22 tips to make your money go further in 2022.

Recent research carried out by money.co.uk as part of their annual debt index shows that over the last 12 months personal debt (excluding mortgages) in the UK has more than doubled from £9,246 in 2020 to £25,879 in 2021.

New advisors, additional advice centres, pop-up location on Oxford Street and so much more - Matt Dronfield, Head of Debt Free London, shares his reflections on the year that was.

An infographic from Rehab4Addiction visually illustrates the reasons why people may be negatively impacted by Christmas, and it also illustrates ways people can avoid or mitigate these factors too.

A landmark agreement has been reached between the major retail banks to share services, ensuring long-term cash availability across the UK.

The winners have been announced for the 2021 Debt Free Awards, which was presented at the end of year celebration at Toynbee Hall. Watch the nomination showreels and view the photos from the ceremony.

During the week of 8th November, Debt Free London makes Talk Money Week by opening a pop-up Advice Centre on London's Oxford Street and hosted daily programme of events including seminars and webinars on savings, budgeting, common debt worries and how to access non-judgemental support.