by Jason Haslam | Jan 9, 2026 | Money Advice
The festive season can be costly, often leaving many people facing financial challenges in January and beyond. If you are feeling the pressures there are some practical steps you can take. Don’t panic. Make a list of your income and expenditure to give a good...
by Jason Haslam | Apr 11, 2025 | Money Advice
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 | Dec 10, 2024 | Money Advice
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 1, 2024 | Money Advice
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 | Nov 23, 2021 | Advice Columns, Money Advice
It feels like everything is getting more and more expensive and with Christmas coming up, I’m really worried about how I’ll manage. My partner and I would love to treat our kids but we’re keen to avoid huge debts. Do you have any advice? Christmas can be...
by Jason Haslam | Mar 9, 2021 | Money Advice
Last week, the Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced the 2021 Budget, which outlined a number of plans for the UK’s economic recovery following the coronavirus pandemic. In this blog post, Citizens Advice Bury and Bolton outlines what the key announcements mean for local...