by Jason Haslam | May 27, 2025 | Uncategorised
21 May Today, local Citizens Advice charities across Greater Manchester have come together to publish this open letter to Mayor Andy Burnham. We are urging him to publicly call on the UK government to scrap the two-child limit and benefit cap – two...
by Jason Haslam | May 16, 2025 | Uncategorised
I’m moving and will be renting somewhere on my own for the first time. It feels like there’s so much to think about, I’m worried I’ll forget something important. Do you have any advice on what I should do when looking for a new home? Most properties available for rent...
by Jason Haslam | Apr 11, 2025 | Uncategorised
I’m worried about my debt and rising bills, and I want to know what support is available. Do you have any advice on managing rising costs and what to do if you fall into debt? With energy, water and broadband bills on the rise, it’s getting increasingly difficult for...
by Jason Haslam | Feb 14, 2025 | Uncategorised
At Citizens Advice Bury & Bolton, we deeply appreciate our volunteers and actively promote their professional development. Over the years, we have welcomed a diverse range of volunteers, including students. A prime example of this is Robert West who began his...
by Jason Haslam | Feb 3, 2025 | Uncategorised
We’re planning a summer getaway to Greece and I’m worried we’ll forget something important, which could ruin the holiday. What steps can we take to make sure we’re fully protected and prepared if anything goes wrong? Booking a holiday can be overwhelming, especially...
by Jason Haslam | Jan 7, 2025 | Uncategorised
I’ve recently found myself living alone after the breakdown of my relationship. My council tax bill is due soon, and I’m worried I won’t be able to afford to pay it on my own. I’m already struggling to cover the cost of my other bills. What can I do? You’re not alone...
by Jason Haslam | Dec 10, 2024 | Uncategorised
I’ve really struggled with my money this year, and have already spent too much on Christmas. I also recently got caught out by a free trial on an app that rolled into a paid subscription. Even without this though, it feels like every month I end up in my overdraft....
by Jason Haslam | Nov 19, 2024 | Uncategorised
If you’ve reached State Pension age, you might be able to apply for Pension Credit. Pension Credit is a weekly benefit to boost your income. It’s based on how much money you have coming in. New rules for getting Winter Fuel Payments The Winter Fuel Payment is a...
by Jason Haslam | Nov 1, 2024 | Uncategorised
My children love Christmas and they’re already picking extra treats off the shelf when we go shopping, and telling me what presents they want. I really want to make it a special time for them, but times are tough and I can’t help worrying about overspending and...
by Jason Haslam | Oct 16, 2024 | Uncategorised
I don’t have a will, but I wonder if I should make one? The problem is, I have no ideawhere to start or how to make it official. Making a will can seem daunting, but it’s important to make one whether or not you consideryourself to have many possessions or much...
