
However, we must never underestimate the importance of having everyday conversations about money for those who may struggle to get online.
We talked some more and it turned out that his monthly bills were eating into what little savings he had, and he wasn’t able to pay back the balance on his credit card. He was really worried that it wouldn’t be long before his debt got out of hand.
This experience has made me all the more aware that as a society we need to be able to spot friends and neighbours experiencing financial distress, start a conversation and help them find support.