Last year more than 8,700 people reported that they'd been a victim of ticket fraud, losing a total of £6.7 million. It’s important that you protect yourself from losing money and missing out on an event you’re looking forward to.
citizensadvice.org.uk/consumer/event…

If you're worried about money, there are ways we can help:

❗ Use our budget planner tool to understand your spending.
❗ Find out if you could be eligible for financial support.
❗ Get help & advice if you're struggling to pay off debt.

Read more: citizensadvice.org.uk/debt-and-money…

🌟 Thanks to Hertfordshire County Council, we've distributed over £420k to local groups throughout #Hertfordshire !

❤️ This funding, part of the Government's Household Support Fund, has supported people facing food & fuel poverty including adults & children with disabilities & chronic health issues

Don't forget if you want to vote you'll need voter ID. Apply for a free Voter Authority Certificate by 5pm on Wednesday 24 APRIL - a week today! electoralcommission.org.uk/voting-and-ele…

Do you know if your email address has been compromised in a data breach?

🖥️You can check here: haveibeenpwned.com

Have you have been thinking about giving back to the community, helping others, or perhaps you have some spare time & would like to meet new people? Volunteering with the Town Council could be just what you’re looking for. Turn to page 6 of Forum buff.ly/43OKMDz

#scamaware Find out more about how to avoid scams here citizensadvice.org.uk/s/?q=scams

The @trusselltrust has partnered with @bankthefooduk so you can learn exactly what your local foodbank needs the moment you enter a shop (through an alert via the mobile app).

#C1stmembers #borehamwoodfoodbank and @stalbansdistfb are using it to share their real-time needs 💚

We know many households are continuing to feel the pressure of high essential costs.

We talk about the numbers, but arrears are more than just a number.

Here’s what people tell us it’s like, day-to-day, to be behind on your basic bills. ⤵️ wearecitizensadvice.org.uk/living-in-arre…

🚨Watch out for fake job recruitment messages and ads.🚨

⚠️If you receive a job offer, always carry out thorough research to ensure the employer is legitimate and never pay advance fees.

🧐Spot the signs of recruitment fraud: actionfraud.police.uk/a-z-of-fraud/r…

💬 Cold calls and messages selling you something you don’t need or saying you’re due compensation can be frustrating to get.

There are some actions you can take to stop getting these nuisance communications ⤵️
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We're looking for volunteers to help us run our new shop opening soon in Letchworth, as well as for lots of other roles in our shops and community. For more information, please visit our drop-in information stall in Hitchin Market tomorrow (Friday) and Saturday. See you there! 💚

More people are reporting problems with the safe place system. And consumers are not always being compensated if their parcel is damaged or stolen as a result of being left in an unsafe place.

But there are ways you can reduce your risk of problems ⤵️ medium.com/@rachel.russel…

📣 #MemberSpotlight 📣

St Albans & District Talking Newspaper produces entertaining and informative audio programmes to help local residents keep up-to-date with what's going on in their area.

Interested? Visit: buff.ly/3xxLh8W

It's #StressAwarenessMonth -the perfect time to do this stress bucket activity. It helps #children & #youngpeople think about activities for releasing stress e.g. #journalling #art #exercise #talking to help them cope better with what life throws at them! buff.ly/48E7Kyd

Places for children to eat for less or FREE this Spring holiday

Last week, we attended a Hertfordshire Community Foundation event at Micklefield Hall.

We received an award from Herts High Sheriff for our impactful 'Life Skills' training program! 🏆

It recognises our commitment to providing literacy education to individuals with disabilities.

Are you travelling to the EU soon? ✈️

Make sure your passport is under 10 years old at the time you leave. If it's invalid you can book an emergency appointment online at your nearest passport office.

Our advice can help ⤵️
citizensadvice.org.uk/consumer/holid…

You have until 16th April to apply for a voter registration certificate at St Albans District Council. Find out more here stalbans.gov.uk/news/elections…

❌Don't ignore your instincts, if you're receiving anything suspicious via text, phone, email or post then it could be a sign of fraud or identity theft.

✔️Report it to Action Fraud and help to protect others too.

🔗Check the @homeofficeuk checklist: ow.ly/OfUl50R91Zw