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  "name": "StepChange Debt Charity NI",
  "description": "StepChange Debt Charity is the UK's leading debt charity, offering free, independent, expert advice and practical solutions tailored to individuals struggling with problem debt. They help over 500,000 people a year to take control of their finances.",
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  "archetype": "Incumbent",
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  "category": "Non-profit",
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  "updatedAt": "2026-08-09T00:02:00.402Z",
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    "website": "https://familysupportni.gov.uk",
    "founded": "Prior to 2003",
    "headquarters": "Wade House, Merrion Centre, Leeds, LS2 8NG",
    "pricing_model": "Free service for all users.",
    "core_products": "Free, independent debt advice; Debt Remedy online tool; practical debt solutions.",
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    "target_markets": "Individuals across the UK, specifically targeting those in Northern Ireland, who are struggling with problem debt, across all age groups.",
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      "Private Debt Management Company: Engaging with a commercial company that offers debt management plans, often involving fees or charges.",
      "Ignoring problem debt: Allowing debt to accumulate without seeking professional advice, potentially leading to increased financial stress and worsening credit scores."
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      "debt remedy tool",
      "financial welfare advice NI",
      "Government benefits or welfare services: Exploring government-provided financial assistance or benefits, which may address some financial shortfalls but not necessarily comprehensive debt solutions."
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  },
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}