British society is undergoing a period of significant change
Incomes are changing. A combination of political and economic factors have resulted in booming self-employment, the emergence of the gig economy, and the
prevalence of zero-hours contracts. This means incomes are less regular, which may impact money management and could lead to credit issues.
Properties are changing too. Britain is re-urbanising. Residential towers routinely scale more than six storeys, and builders are turning to unconventional materials and techniques to save both time and cost. The housing shortage is pushing up prices, affecting the way we purchase – many of us are buying with the help from family, or official schemes. These changes have become particularly acute in recent years, and have normalised for people across all ages and
backgrounds. For many under-30s, it’s all they’ve ever known.
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