Contacted out of the blue with a request for money? Whether it’s a phone call, letter, email or even a knock at the door, it’s probably a scam. If in doubt, contact the company directly using contact details you know to be genuine. #fraudawarenessweek orlo.uk/eSyio

Cutting the £20 a week Universal Credit increase would force 500,000 people, including 200,000 children, into poverty, Joseph Rowntree Foundation estimates The government must do the right thing and #KeepTheLifeline

Eight metro mayors have urged the Government not to go ahead with the planned cut to #UniversalCredit. They said that the blow to household incomes will take more than £2 billion out of their local economies. We must #KeepTheLifeline this October independent.co.uk/news/uk/politi…

“If this is taken away as we move into winter then a lot of families will have to choose between putting the heating on or having something to eat." It would be wrong to take away £20 a week from millions of families. We must #KeepTheLifeline sunderlandecho.com/education/thin…

How to apply for the DWP allowance, what age you have to be, and when it’s paid bristolpost.co.uk/news/uk-world-…

📅Date for your diary 📅 My Money Entitlement Event is taking place on the 2 December between 13.00-15.00. No appointment needed and all #BristolSouth residents are welcome. Find out about support your entitled to but may be missing out on.

Today we published new research showing that during the pandemic, people with mental health problems faced a much higher risk of financial hardship. Nik Bond’s blog shares the findings & what government, essential services providers & the NHS must do now: bit.ly/3nLgQot

With #Christmas coming up, money worries may be on your mind. Don’t wait until the New Year to get help – free support is available, and you could have a lower water bill if you’re struggling to pay. Talk to someone today: wessexwater.co.uk/helptopay

📰READ: Here's my weekly round-up for constituents in #BristolSouth. Hope you have a good weekend! karinsmyth.com/2021/12/03/wee…

We’ve awarded almost £65 million of #NationalLottery funding to over 2000 community groups. 📢 Thanks to #NationalLottery players, communities across England are building back stronger into the New Year and beyond. ✨ Read more: tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/news/press-rel…

We are delighted to share that we have received #NationalLottery funding from The National Lottery Community Fund for our project! Thank you to National Lottery players for helping #MakeAmazingHappen.

Today AdviceUK has written to MaPS requesting it pause its procurement of debt advice in England, conduct a full consultation and publish a full Equality Impact Assessment to show how it has taken the needs of vulnerable people into account. #presspause adviceuk.org.uk/2021/12/09/pre…

The Government should increase basic Universal Credit entitlements to ensure it always, at a minimum, enables people to afford the essentials when they fall on hard times Our new research finds that families on low-incomes are missing out on essentials 👉 jrf.org.uk/report/not-hea…

I want to ensure constituents are in the best possible position to cope with the cost of living crisis. My #MoneyMatters event is a relaxed and informal place for people to talk to an expert to help with any questions & ensure they're getting the support they’re entitled to.

If you get Pension Credit, you could also get help towards your Council Tax, heating bills, housing costs and free NHS dental care. Encourage your family members to check if they are eligible by visiting bit.ly/PensionCreditS… or calling 0800 99 1234 📞

Changing Futures Changing Futures Bristol plans to change the way we support people facing #multipledisadvantage and give them the tools to live more independently. By changing the system to improve their lives, we improve life for us all - second-step.co.uk/changing-futur…

A grant from the Wessex Water Foundation will support debt advice services as part of our partnership to help customers with the #CostOfLiving Supported services include Citizens Advice, Community Money Advice centres and food banks. Read the full story: wessexwater.co.uk/news/latest-ne…

Thanks to TLT LLP for hosting ACFA: Advice Network AGM great discussion Citizens Advice South Gloucestershire South Bristol Advice Shelter Bristol Housing Matters Brigstowe CSE #cabnorthsomerset #stpaulsadvice WECIL Bristol

📊 Our latest #UKPoverty report found a staggering 14.4 million people were living in poverty, including: 📌 8.1 million working-age adults 📌 4.2 million children 📌 2.1 million pensioners 💼 Politicians must present a plan to turn the tide on deepening poverty.

We are delighted to share that we have received #NationalLottery funding from The National Lottery Community Fund for our project! Thank you to National Lottery players for helping #MakeAmazingHappen.