Amy Lancashire

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 do credit cards work?
How do credit cards work?

How do credit cards work?

Discover what credit cards are, how they work, and how to use them responsibly to build credit.

Emily Tye

Emily Tye

Mar 20, 2026

5 min read

What is a credit card statement?
Credit card statements

What is a credit card statement?

Your credit card statement is a monthly summary of what you owe and what you've spent. Here's what every section means and what to do with it.

Emily Tye

Emily Tye

Mar 20, 2026

6 min read

How does credit card interest work?
Credit card interest chart

How does credit card interest work?

Credit card interest builds daily on any unpaid balance. Find out how the rate is calculated, when interest starts, and how to avoid paying it.

Emily Tye

Emily Tye

Mar 20, 2026

5 min read

What is a CVV number?
CVV number on credit card

What is a CVV number?

CVV (Card Verification Value) is the 3 or 4-digit security code unique to your physical credit or debit card.

Emily Tye

Emily Tye

Mar 13, 2026

2 min read

Advantages and disadvantages of a credit card
An illustration showing a credit card, with a faint background showing common purchases

Advantages and disadvantages of a credit card

Used smartly, credit cards can be a fantastic way to build a better financial future. Used poorly, they can work to your detriment.

Emily Tye

Emily Tye

Mar 13, 2026

3 min read

What is a credit limit?
Depiction of credit card offer with unknown credit limit

What is a credit limit?

A credit limit is the maximum amount you can borrow on a credit card at any given time.

Emily Tye

Emily Tye

Mar 12, 2026

5 min read

How to pay off credit card debt
Depiction of paying off debt on a credit card

How to pay off credit card debt

If you’re struggling to pay off your credit card debt, there are steps you can take to turn things around.

Emily Tye

Emily Tye

Feb 19, 2026

5 min read

What is the minimum payment on a credit card​?
Credit card and payment signal

What is the minimum payment on a credit card​?

Understand what the minimum payment is and how it's calculated.

Emily Tye

Emily Tye

Feb 17, 2026

3 min read

How to balance transfer from Aqua Card to Zable
Depiction of a balance transfer from another card

How to balance transfer from Aqua Card to Zable

Learn how to transfer your balance from an Aqua credit card to Zable in a few simple steps.

Emily Tye

Emily Tye

Feb 10, 2026

2 min read

What is a good credit score?
Credit score dial showing good credit score

What is a good credit score?

Discover what counts as a good credit score in the UK across Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion.

Emily Tye

Emily Tye

Jan 16, 2026

5 min read

How do loans work?
An illustration of money and a certificate to depict a loan

How do loans work?

Learn what a loan is, how it works, the different types of loans you can get, and more.

Emily Tye

Emily Tye

Jan 9, 2026

5 min read

How to improve your credit score
A credit score dial

How to improve your credit score

Struggling with your credit score? Follow these simple, effective steps to improve your score and boost your chances of getting accepted for credit.

Emily Tye

Emily Tye

Jan 9, 2026

5 min read

Debit card vs credit card
Debit card vs credit card

Debit card vs credit card

Not sure when to use a credit or debit card? Compare features, benefits, and risks so you can choose the best option for every purchase.

Emily Tye

Emily Tye

Dec 23, 2025

5 min read

Can you use a personal loan to pay off a mortgage?
Can you use a personal loan to pay off a mortgage?

Can you use a personal loan to pay off a mortgage?

Thinking of using a personal loan to pay off your mortgage? Find out if it’s possible, why it’s usually not ideal, and better alternatives.

Emily Tye

Emily Tye

Dec 23, 2025

3 min read

How many credit cards should I have?
How many credit cards should I have?

How many credit cards should I have?

One card or more? Find out how many credit cards are right for you based on your financial situation.

Emily Tye

Emily Tye

Dec 22, 2025

3 min read

How to cancel a credit card
How to cancel a credit card

How to cancel a credit card

Want to close your credit card account? Follow these 6 steps to cancel a card safely, avoid credit score damage, and keep your finances on track.

Emily Tye

Emily Tye

Dec 19, 2025

5 min read

Does Klarna affect your credit score?
Does Klarna affect your credit score?

Does Klarna affect your credit score?

Using Klarna or Clearpay? Learn how Buy Now, Pay Later services affect your credit score and what to watch out for.

Emily Tye

Emily Tye

Dec 18, 2025

5 min read

Can you withdraw cash from a credit card?
Can you withdraw cash from a credit card?

Can you withdraw cash from a credit card?

Cash advances from credit cards can be a costly solution.

Emily Tye

Emily Tye

Dec 18, 2025

3 min read