Martin Lewis

The introduction of the universal credit benefit is "a terrible move for financial inclusion" for those who struggle to manage their monthly budgets, according to MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, who has told Parliament that ring-fencing should be introduced to protect vulnerable people.

Two new savings schemes being launched by the Government must come with clear guidance at the point of application to prevent people "mis-prioritising their finances", Martin Lewis has warned.

Charities have united in a new campaign from the Money and Mental Health Policy Institute, chaired by MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis, to stop NHS doctors charging people with mental health problems up to £150 to fill in a form crucial for them to get debt help.

MoneySavingExpert.com has today launched its brand-new Credit Club – a totally free way to check your credit score, whether you're likely to be accepted for credit in the real world and how to boost your chances.

MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis has today implored the Government to treat students "as voters and citizens, not just consumers" while giving evidence to the Higher Education and Research Bill Committee.

If your mortgage lender's told you you "can't afford" to move to a cheaper deal because of new affordability checks, there's fresh hope after one MoneySaver agreed a £3,600 saving thanks to our campaign. Here's how they did it – and what to try if you're in the same situation.

A major study by the new Money and Mental Health Policy Institute has found more than 70% of those with mental health problems believe their condition has hit their finances – and almost 60% have taken on additional borrowing as a result.

Stark survey results showing some creditors and debt collectors continue to add charges despite knowing those repaying are in financial difficulty have sparked renewed calls for a 'breathing space' scheme for people struggling with debt.

MPs are likely to debate the Government's retrospective hike in the cost of loans for more than two million students after a petition quoting MoneySavingExpert on the subject collected more than 100,000 signatures.

George Osborne has written to mortgage lenders following a meeting with MoneySavingExpert.com founder Martin Lewis last week about the plight of so-called 'mortgage prisoners'. However, Martin believes the Chancellor's letter only addresses "a fraction of the problem".