If trends continue, our recent research predicts a bleak future, with increasing poverty in later life as the UK's ageing population grows. We need the UK Government to commit to tackling pensioner poverty so that we can all live well in later life: independentage.org/policy-and-res…

Unlocking Affordable Credit: Insights from Fintechs on the Front Lines 📰 Early this year we held a roundtable to discuss how we tackle the barriers to affordable credit for all. Check out the blog write up here⬇️⬇️⬇️ fairbydesign.com/unlocking-affo…

Looking to make a real difference? Come join us at Fair By Design and help end the poverty premium. We're hiring a new Director to head up our team. #CharityJobs #PovertyPremium #SocialImpact To apply ⬇️⬇️⬇️ lght.ly/cifa6ni

Along with 13 other charities, we've signed a letter calling for a single social tariff for water. Currently, water companies have their own schemes but this has led to a postcode lottery for low-income customers. Read more in The Guardian today. theguardian.com/business/artic…

We’re part of a coalition calling for an end to the water ‘postcode lottery’ with a single social tariff. A social tariff would provide support for vulnerable households, ensuring fairer access to essential water services without forcing people into financial hardship.

Take another look at our blog on unlocking affordable credit. Our latest writing shares key insights from the frontlines — worth a read if you missed it last week. lght.ly/kj0g55g

Great report from Citizens Advice Energy! We at Fair By Design completely agree that the Gov needs to address energy affordability both this winter and beyond & that fairness is key to a successful net zero transition...

From 1 October, the Ofgem energy price cap will rise to £1717, an increase of 10%. The energy crisis is still an everyday reality, especially for those in poverty. The increase will make it even harder for low-income households to afford their energy.

Brilliant to see the No Interest Loan Scheme, which we’re partners on, surpass £10m in loans!🎉🎉 Thousands have accessed much-needed loans, providing credit to those who currently can’t access it. We’re excited for the full results and to help even more people in need.

As Parliament returns this week, we want to see a game-changing plan to tackle the poverty premium! Check out our bold 12-point manifesto to fix poverty premium in energy, credit, insurance and payments. #EndPovertyPremium For our full manifesto ➡️ lght.ly/l23e3no

The No Interest Loan Scheme (NILS) pilot has made £10m of new credit available to people in financial need. Sian Williams, CEO of Switchback, is a long-time advocate and champion of NILS and has been instrumental in the design and delivery of the scheme. fair4allfinance.org.uk/blog-the-long-…

🚨 Under one week left! 🚨 We're still on the lookout for a driven individual to help end the poverty premium as our new Director. Apply if you have a track record of making impactful change and want to tackle social justice issues. To apply: lght.ly/4hi4j16

New briefing by Christians Against Poverty (CAP) UK sheds light on the growing issue of negative or deficit budgets - when a household’s income isn’t enough to cover the essentials. Almost half of those who seek help from CAP have a deficit budget and would need an additional £273 p/ month to make ends meet