New research published today by Citizens Advice shows predicted £145-a-month hikes to energy costs in October could mean one in four adults – equivalent to 14.5 million people – will be unable to afford their bill.
This is up from around five million saying they already can’t afford April’s price increase of
Household Support Fund – 2 weeks remaining to apply
In October 2021 the Government announced a £500m fund for those likely to suffer food or fuel poverty over the Xmas and post-Xmas period. This was called the Household Support Fund.
This offer ends at the end of this month. If you are struggling to pay for food or fuel
Council Tax: what it is, how do you pay it, and is there any help you can apply for?
Council tax is a system of local taxation collected by local authorities. It is a tax on domestic property and is used to pay for local services. Some property is exempt from council tax, some people do not have to pay council tax and some people get a discount.
It
Royal Mail fails to deliver for the second Christmas running – Press release from Citizens Advice
Almost 15 million people (28%) were left waiting for post over the Christmas period, Citizens Advice reveals. Of those, over half (54%) reported going at least a week without letters.
As a result a staggering 2.5 million people missed important documents, health appointments, or were unable to pay a fine
Package holidays during the pandemic: an updated Citizens Advice blog
This article was written by Lynette Williams from the Expert Advice Team at Citizens Advice.
It was originally published on 22 July 2021 but was updated on 10 February 2022.
Lynette Williams works in the Expert Advice Team at Citizens Advice
The information in this article is correct as of
“Red alert” warning as more turn to Citizens Advice than at any point since pandemic began – Citizens Advice Press Release
More people are seeking one-to-one support from Citizens Advice than at any point during the pandemic. That’s according to stark new figures released today which reveal the enormous pressures facing households even before major increases to energy bills kick in this April.
The charity warns that crisis support – including
Coventry Citizens Advice – Xmas Opening Hours
Coventry Citizens Advice will be providing valuable support to those who need it over the festive period.
Our reception will close from 4pm on December 23rd 2021 and we plan to open again at 9am on January 4th 2022 (government restrictions permitting).
In between those dates, excluding designated Bank Holidays,
‘10 Dos and Don’ts for Xmas’ – making the most of the festive period
Xmas can be a difficult time for struggling households. Here are some dos and don’ts which might help you make the most of the festive period.
Don’t judge Xmas by how much money you spent or the prices of the gifts you received.
Do see Xmas for what it
Targeted campaign takes aim at loan sharks preying on vulnerable families at Christmas – press release
Families are being warned not to turn to predatory loan sharks charging excessive amounts of interest if they are facing financial hardship over Christmas.
Research shows that Christmas is the second highest reason that people borrow money from loan sharks. Help make children’s wishes come true this Christmas by supporting
Mobile Phones: making an informed choice when you purchase.
There can be no shinier item to buy or receive as a Xmas present this Xmas than a brand new, or ‘good-as-new’, mobile phone. They can be expensive, very expensive, but they look so nice.
The problem is, do you know enough to get a good deal or even understand