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Reports and research

A wealth of information about inclusive banking is available to read online, including publications produced by Barclays.

Inclusive banking information

  • General information on financial exclusion

    United Nations Capital Development Fund’s Blue Book: Building Inclusive Financial Sectors for Development
    The Blue Book is compiled by microfinance experts worldwide, and is a guide to help stakeholders develop financial inclusion strategies to suit local demands and challenges.

    The World Bank: Finance for All? Policies and Pitfalls in Expanding Access
    This study, published in November 2007, reveals between 50 and 80 per cent of adults in many developing countries have inadequate access to financial services.

    Consultative Group to Assist the Poorest (CGAP)
    CGAP is a leading independent resource for objective information, expert opinion, and innovative solutions for microfinance and financial exclusion.

    Financial Inclusion Taskforce
    The Financial Inclusion Taskforce launched in 2005 to monitor the UK government’s progress on tackling financial exclusion.

    Transact forum
    Transact is an independent national network for people practising and promoting financial inclusion.

    The Resolution Foundation
    The Resolution Foundation is an independent research and policy organisation. Publications are available on issues such as financial exclusion and financial capability in the UK.

    NABARD
    NABARD is the Indian National Bank for Rural Development. It produces financial inclusion reports and aims to promote sustainable rural development through effective credit support.

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  • Microfinance and access to basic products and services

    Microfinance Gateway website
    The Microfinance Gateway is a comprehensive online resource for the global microfinance community, including research and news.

    European Microfinance Network website
    Launched in 2003, the European Microfinance Network aims to promote microfinance across the European Union.

    Microfinance Club UK forum
    More than 1,200 representatives from non-governmental organisations, corporates, government, the media, universities and members of the public use the Microfinance Club UK forum to share ideas and information.

    ING Bank’s A Billion to Gain report
    Published in March 2008, this report examines global trends in microfinance.

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  • Building financial capability

    Financial Services Authority
    The Financial Services Authority, in partnership with the government, the financial services industry, consumer organisations and the not-for-profit sector, aims to improve the financial capability of people in the UK.

    Now Let’s Talk Money
    Launched by the UK Department for Work and Pensions, Now Let’s Talk Money is an initiative aiming to raise awareness among financially excluded people of the support and services available to them.

     Barclays Money Skills 14 – 17 years
    An activity pack for developing money management for 14 to17-year-olds, including recent school leavers and young people embarking on their first job.

    The pack can be used by teachers, youth workers and volunteers to teach young people about managing their finances, and the importance of doing so.

    Barclays Money Skills 16 – 25 years
    An activity pack for developing money management, aimed at young people who may be excluded from financial services or wish to develop their knowledge. The pack can be used by teachers, youth workers and volunteers to teach young people about managing their finances, and the importance of doing so.

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  • Information on money management

    Citizens Advice
    The Citizens Advice service offers free information to help people in the UK resolve money problems.

    Money Advice Trust
    The Money Advice Trust provides free, independent advice to people in the UK suffering from debt problems.

    Barclays How to Keep Your Finances on Track guide
    A simple guide to keeping finances under control and the support Barclays can offer its customers, should they run into financial difficulties.

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  • Our partners

    We support and work closely with many organisations to promote better access to appropriate financial services, improve financial capability and support people who are struggling with their finances.

    The links below include examples of organisations we partner with in the UK, to improve the journey for individuals and enterprises into mainstream finance.

    Association of British Credit Unions (ABCUL)
    ABCUL’s website offers information about Credit Unions across the UK, which offer independent advice and services for people suffering from financial difficulties.

    Community Development Finance Association (CDFA)
    The CDFA represents Community Development Finance Institutions – organisations which provide loans and support to enterprises and individuals.

    Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH)
    A registered charity, the CIH is the professional body for people who work in housing, through the private sector or local authorities.

    Toynbee Hall
    Toynbee Hall works with the local community in the East End of London aiming to develop local action into national solutions.

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Banking for billions

Social Intelligence Series - Banking for billions

This is the second publication in the Barclays Social Intelligence Series. 'Banking for billions' examines the current global landscape for access to financial services and assesses prospects for the future.