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Debt Trap: Who's Cashing In?

As the cost of living crisis deepens, Panorama investigates the booming debt management industry and the companies signing up people for Individual Voluntary Arrangements.

As the cost of living crisis deepens, figures suggest almost 13 million people in the UK are falling behind on their bills and struggling with their debts.

Panorama investigates the booming debt management industry and the companies signing up people for Individual Voluntary Arrangements. IVAs allow clients to pay off their debts in instalments, but reporter Lora Jones discovers that some vulnerable people have experienced high-pressure sales tactics, and others are charged fees they struggle to pay.

28 minutes

Credits

Role Contributor
Reporter Lora Jones
Director Charlie Mole
Producer Charlie Mole
Executive Producer Adam Grimley
Executive Producer Leo Telling
Editor Karen Wightman

Broadcasts

  • Mon 24 Jul 2023 20:00
  • Mon 24 Jul 2023 20:30
  • Mon 24 Jul 2023 22:40
  • Sat 29 Jul 2023 01:05

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