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Read our latest newsletter, blogs, articles and opinions about all the issues within the world of Direct Debit and Direct Credit.

Advance Notice for Direct Debits

January 14 2021

Over the years, the Direct Debit Advance Notice rules have been clarified and updated to reflect current preferences and practices. Increased use of email, a preference for paperless systems, and a rise in the use of online banking have all influenced how the system...

ADDACS Reports explained

January 14 2021

It’s no secret that the Bacs scheme is underpinned by a complex set of rules. These rules are there to maintain the integrity of the system. They keep the system running smoothly, benefiting both Service Users and their customers – so staying compliant has to be...

Successful Direct Debits Over Christmas 2020

November 17 2020

It's never too early to think about Bacs Christmas processing! If Direct Debits are not collected on the expected date, your organisations income can be disrupted. This is particularly an issue over Christmas and New Year when there are extra bank holidays. These...

Smart Cards & Security

November 13 2020

Blog by Sarah Cottee, Training Manager Recent Direct Debit Training courses have highlighted an increase in Service Users experiencing issues with their smart cards when working remotely due to Covid restrictions. Here, we look at what can cause an issue, how to...