Let us know if you’re struggling

Between the energy price rises, the end of furlough and the Universal Credit cut, it’s a hard time for many people. If your finances are affected, let us know.



Got post-coronavirus council tax worries? You…

Last updated 20th July. If you’ve had changes in circumstances due to coronavirus and you’re concerned about paying your council tax, you’re far from the only one – and you don’t have to deal with it on your own. Here’s…



The Help To Save scheme – free money if…

Did you know that if you’re on a low income and receiving certain benefits, you could get 50p from the government for every pound you save? It’s true! Here’s how it works. Am I eligible for Help To Save? You…



The furlough scheme – what’s changing…

Last edited 25th June As you probably know, the furlough scheme is staying in place until the end of October. But there will be a few changes between now and then. And with so many announcements coming out all the…



How to look after your mental health as lockd…

Shops are opening, some children are back at school, and lockdown will be lifting even further in less than two weeks. We should all be feeling relieved, excited, and generally better than we have for months – right? Well, maybe…



Where to find help if you’ve been laid off …

Being made redundant, or fearing that you might be, can be a stressful time. You’re certainly not alone – over 600,000 fewer people were in work in May compared to two months earlier. And many more people are concerned about…



Looking for work

If you’ve been laid off or are otherwise out of work right now, finding a new job might be a daunting prospect. So we’ve rounded up some of the best places to find job opportunities, plus all the help and…



Have you saved money during lockdown? Here’…

Coronavirus and its effects have impacted our finances in various ways. When we surveyed Financial Wellness Group customers in April, two thirds of you told us your income has dropped temporarily because of coronavirus. Nationally, figures suggest that between a…



Putting money aside for Christmas

We’d always encourage you to save a little during your debt solution if you can. Having a savings cushion to fall back on can help get through financially challenging times without falling behind on your bills, or needing to borrow…



How has your spending changed during lockdown…

There are so many reasons we’re all looking forward to the end of coronavirus restrictions in the UK. First and foremost, of course, we all want to be able to live our lives without fear that we or our loved…