NEWS

Are you entitled to a free TV license? Many people don’t realise that once you reach 75 you can get a free TV license. For others, the world of internet...

If want any information or advice around any health or social care issues then from Thursday 10th October you will be able to access our Health and Wellbeing Service from  5.00pm...

Payday loans campaign victories Today the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) published their plans for regulating the consumer credit market, including payday loans. Citizens Advice has been calling for tighter affordability checks...

What is the Green Deal? As the weather gets colder and the nights get shorter make sure you’re not wasting energy – think about insulation, and the new government scheme...

Is it time to change your bank account? Research shows that we change our partners more often than we do our bank accounts! Probably because we think it is too...

Please note that the Walkden bureau will be closed on Wednesday 11th September due to a temporary volunteer shortage. If you would like to volunteer at this or any other...

Tax credits – ‘Where’s my reply’? service If you’re claiming Child Tax Credit or Working Tax Credit, you can now check the progress of an enquiry or a new claim...

Education changes In England, from 1 September 2013 there are changes to rules about taking children out of school during term time. Free early education places will also be made...

Difficult to open a bank account? Every year thousands of people contact the Citizens Advice service with problems opening a bank account or difficulties accessing their cash. Basic bank accounts...