2010 Understanding Collections and Debt Recovery - Programme

Programme

Causes and effects of unmanageable debt


Brief overview of the Legal Framework

  • Consumer Credit Act
  • Data Protection Act
  • Protection from Harassment Act
  • Administration of Justice Act
  • Limitations Act

Overview of relevant codes and guidelines including:

  • OFT Debt Collection Guidance
  • FSA Regs and treating customers fairly
  • The Lending Code (formerly the Banking Code)
  • FLA Lending Code


The Common Financial Statement


Dealing with vulnerable people