New government regulations that have been introduced could result in debt agencies and charities in the UK being able to write off a portion of clients’ debts even in the event that creditors are not happy about the matter. Many people that are struggling with their debts now turn to debt management agencies and charities, and are often put onto a debt management plan, where they pay a set amount each month to the agency, and this is then distributed amongst the creditors on a pro rata basis. (more…)