From ‘haves’ to ‘have-nots’: how Covid-19 is swelling UK’s subprime ranks
Industry News | 23/11/20
One morning, after years of financial prudence and solid creditworthiness, you wake up and it’s all gone. You’re no longer worthy. You’re a risk. In fact, you’re subprime.
That is the fate facing thousands of Britons who, often for no fault of their own, could begin 2021 as “subprime” borrowers if they have had more than six months of relief from Covid-19 debt woes.
This could have dire consequences for people who have historically struggled to access credit, especially those on low incomes.
Source: The Business Times
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