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  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 harmful...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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...