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⚡ We can help if you have a question about energy! Visit our website for all of our advice ⤵️ citizensadvice.org.uk/consumer/energ…

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How can I apply for pension credit? You can apply online if you’re already claiming your state pension and aren’t living with someone under 16 (or under 19 in full time education). Otherwise, you can apply over the phone. Find out more ⤵️ citizensadvice.org.uk/benefits/help-…

How can I apply for pension credit? 

You can apply online if you’re already claiming your state pension and aren’t living with someone under 16 (or under 19 in full time education). 

Otherwise, you can apply over the phone. 

Find out more ⤵️
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🇪🇺 Following the EU referendum in 2016 we saw 6 times as many people coming to us for immigration advice compared to pre-referendum. For 85 years we’ve been here for everyone who needs support - regardless of who they are or where they come from. 💙 #85YearsOfThePeoplesChampion

🇪🇺 Following the EU referendum in 2016 we saw 6 times as many people coming to us for immigration advice compared to pre-referendum.

For 85 years we’ve been here for everyone who needs support - regardless of who they are or where they come from. 💙

#85YearsOfThePeoplesChampion
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Since 1939 we’ve been here for you with practical advice you can really trust when you really need it. #WeAreCitizensAdvice. We are the people’s champion.

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Could you be entitled to Pension Credit? Make sure you’re getting what you’re entitled to. If you get Pension Credit you’ll also get other help such as the Winter Fuel Payment so it’s worth applying even if you don’t think you’ll get much. Find out more ⤵️

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Starting an apprenticeship? Make sure you have a formal apprenticeship agreement. This will tell you what you’ll be paid, how many hours you’ll work a week, and what skill or trade you’ll be trained in. More here ⤵️ wearecitizensadvice.org.uk/starting-an-ap…

Starting an apprenticeship?

Make sure you have a formal apprenticeship agreement. This will tell you what you’ll be paid, how many hours you’ll work a week, and what skill or trade you’ll be trained in.

More here ⤵️
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For care leavers, the challenges of starting an independent life can be even greater than for their non-care experienced peers. In this blog we explore how the benefits system is failing them ⤵️ wearecitizensadvice.org.uk/a-duty-of-care…

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In 2020 we had to adapt our services during the Covid-19 pandemic. 😷 We continued to provide advice and support to anyone who needed it, which meant finding new places to work and introducing new colleagues! #AdviceAtHome #WeAreCitizensAdvice #85YearsOfThePeoplesChampion

In 2020 we had to adapt our services during the Covid-19 pandemic. 😷

We continued to provide advice and support to anyone who needed it, which meant finding new places to work and introducing new colleagues!

#AdviceAtHome #WeAreCitizensAdvice #85YearsOfThePeoplesChampion
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From Northumberland to Cornwall, Ynys Mon to Manchester - wherever you live we’re here for you. #WeAreCitizensAdvice #85YearsOfThePeoplesChampion

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If you get Pension Credit, you might also be able to get help with heating costs, housing costs and social tariffs. Check if you could be eligible and find out how to apply ⤵️ citizensadvice.org.uk/benefits/help-…

If you get Pension Credit, you might also be able to get help with heating costs, housing costs and social tariffs. 

Check if you could be eligible and find out how to apply ⤵️
citizensadvice.org.uk/benefits/help-…
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Since 1939, we’ve been helping people face life’s challenges. And we’re needed now more than ever. But we’re a charity and our services are stretched to the limit. Please donate what you can today and help someone facing unthinkable hardship ⤵️ citizensadvice.org.uk/about-us/donat…

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We are… ✅ here to help the community ✅ progressive and inclusive ✅ powered by volunteers ✅ life-changing #WeAreCitizensAdvice #85YearsOfThePeoplesChampion

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If you’re under 18 you shouldn't be asked to work more than 40 hours a week or 8 hours a day. We can help you know your rights: citizensadvice.org.uk/work/working-h…

If you’re under 18 you shouldn't be asked to work more than 40 hours a week or 8 hours a day.

We can help you know your rights: citizensadvice.org.uk/work/working-h…
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The rules for the Winter Fuel Payment have changed - from winter 2024 only people who get Pension Credit will get the fuel payment. Could you or someone you know be entitled to Pension Credit? Apply before 21 December to qualify for the extra fuel payment. Here’s what you

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For 85 years, we’ve been here for people when they need us. Since 1939, we’ve helped millions of people through life’s challenges. #85YearsOfThePeoplesChampion #WeAreCitizensAdvice

For 85 years, we’ve been here for people when they need us. 

Since 1939, we’ve helped millions of people through life’s challenges. 

#85YearsOfThePeoplesChampion #WeAreCitizensAdvice
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If you have a biometric residence card, they're due to expire in December. But your immigration status won't change. Here's what you need to know ⤵️

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Your child will get free school meals if they're in reception class or year 1 or 2. If they're in year 3 or above you can apply for free school meals if you get certain benefit or asylum support. Our advice can help ⤵️ citizensadvice.org.uk/family/educati…

Your child will get free school meals if they're in reception class or year 1 or 2.

If they're in year 3 or above you can apply for free school meals if you get certain benefit or asylum support.

Our advice can help ⤵️
citizensadvice.org.uk/family/educati…