Amy Lancashire
Compliance Monitoring Officer
Amy is Compliance Monitoring Officer at Lendable, where she has worked for three years. She holds an undergraduate law degree from Keele University and a master’s in law from the University of the West of England – qualifications that trained her to read and apply regulatory frameworks precisely. She spent several years as a legal advisor and paralegal before moving into financial services compliance. She reviews Zable content to ensure it meets FCA financial promotions standards and is accurate for readers.
"Accuracy in financial content really matters. When someone is making a decision about credit, they need to be able to trust what they're reading. My job is to make sure everything on Zable is not only clear, but legally sound and compliant with the rules that are there to protect consumers."
Articles reviewed by Amy
How to create a family budget: 5 steps
How to create a family budget that works with real UK figures.
Emily Tye
Oct 2, 2026
9 min read
How to budget as a student: 5 steps
How to budget as a student in 5 steps, from adding up your loan to a weekly spending figure.
Emily Tye
Oct 2, 2026
5 min read
What is the contactless limit in the UK?
The UK's £100 contactless cap was scrapped in March 2026, but most card providers kept it.
Emily Tye
Oct 2, 2026
4 min read
How to budget: 5 steps
Learn how to budget in 5 steps, from working out your take-home pay to planning for irregular costs.
Emily Tye
Oct 2, 2026
8 min read
Autumn Staycations: The Best-Value UK Destinations for 2026
New research reveals the best-value UK destinations for an autumn staycation in 2026.
Emily Tye
Oct 1, 2026
Does checking your credit score affect it?
No. Checking your own credit score is a soft search that only you can see, so check as often as you like.
Emily Tye
Sep 28, 2026
4 min read
Can you get HP car finance with an IVA?
You can get HP car finance in an IVA, but only with your insolvency practitioner's permission.
Joe Towner
Sep 22, 2026
5 min read
Can you sell a car on finance?
Learn more about your rights if you’re looking to sell a financed car, how to check equity and the steps involved.
Joe Towner
Sep 22, 2026
7 min read
What is PCP? Personal Contract Purchase explained
PCP (Personal Contract Purchase) lets you pay a deposit and lower monthly payments, then buy, return or trade in the car at the end.
Joe Towner
Sep 22, 2026
7 min read
PCP vs HP: what's the difference and which is right for me?
PCP vs HP compared: how each works, what they cost, and which might be right for you.
Joe Towner
Sep 22, 2026
8 min read
What is a settlement figure?
A settlement figure is the exact amount to clear your car finance early. Here's what it includes and how to find it out.
Joe Towner
Sep 22, 2026
6 min read
The UK’s Payday Report
New research uncovers how Brits spend, save and behave in the days immediately leading up to, and immediately following, payday.
Emily Tye
Sep 21, 2026
What credit card should I get?
Wondering what credit card you should get? Learn two main factors to consider and how to check your eligibility without a hard search.
Emily Tye
Sep 21, 2026
5 min read
Why is my credit score different on different sites?
There's no single credit score. See why yours differs across Experian, ClearScore and Credit Karma, and what actually counts when you apply.
Emily Tye
Sep 15, 2026
5 min read
What is a good credit score?
Discover what counts as a good credit score in the UK across Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion.
Emily Tye
Sep 15, 2026
5 min read
What is a bad credit score?
A bad credit score means under 641 with Experian, under 439 with Equifax, or under 563 with TransUnion. Find out what these mean and what to do next.
Emily Tye
Sep 15, 2026
5 min read
What is a joint loan?
A joint loan lets two or more people borrow together, with everyone liable for the full amount.
Joe Towner
Sep 15, 2026
6 min read
What is a continuous payment authority?
Find out what a continuous payment authority (CPA) is, how it differs from a direct debit, and your rights to cancel one.
Emily Tye
Sep 2, 2026
5 min read
Can you pay rent with a credit card?
Most UK landlords won't take a credit card. Here are the three ways to pay rent by card and what each one really costs.
Emily Tye
Sep 2, 2026
6 min read
How to use a credit card to build credit
Learn how to build credit with a credit card: pay on time, keep utilisation below 25% and avoid the mistakes that set you back.
Emily Tye
Sep 1, 2026
5 min read
How to add a card to Apple Pay or Google Pay
Step-by-step guide to adding a card to Apple Pay or Google Pay in the UK, including verification and troubleshooting.
Emily Tye
Sep 1, 2026
6 min read
Can you buy a car with a credit card?
You can buy a car with a credit card, but many dealers cap credit card payments. Learn how it works.
Emily Tye
Aug 28, 2026
5 min read
What is an early repayment charge?
An early repayment charge is a fee for repaying a loan or mortgage early. Learn how ERCs work on loans and mortgages.
Joe Towner
Aug 19, 2026
5 min read
How many loans can you have?
There's no legal limit on how many loans you can have, but affordability, your credit score and lender rules all apply.
Joe Towner
Aug 19, 2026
4 min read
What is this charge on my credit card?
An unfamiliar charge is usually a trading name, a hold or a forgotten subscription. Learn how to check a credit card charge.
Emily Tye
Aug 19, 2026
6 min read
What can you use a personal loan for?
You can use a personal loan for most things, from a car to debt consolidation.
Joe Towner
Aug 19, 2026
5 min read
How to reduce your loan payments
Find out more about how you can reduce your monthly loan payments by refinancing, extending the term or consolidating debt
Joe Towner
Aug 19, 2026
4 min read
Car finance vs personal loan: which is better for buying a car?
Buying a car and considering car finance or a personal loan? Compare ownership, cost, approval and protection to see what’s different.
Joe Towner
Aug 19, 2026
9 min read
Can I cancel a credit card payment?
Whether you can cancel a credit card payment depends on the type. Learn how to stop recurring payments, dispute purchases and cancel a payment.
Emily Tye
Aug 19, 2026
5 min read
Beerflation: The cost of a pint near every Premier League stadium in 2026
New research reveals the average cost of a pint near each 26/27 Premier League stadium, and the difference compared to stadium costs.
Emily Tye
Aug 18, 2026