Following completion of works to Rubery Library building we will be back there on Monday August 4th from 10:00am - 13:00pm

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💼 Your employer has to offer a workplace pension scheme by law. They have to automatically enrol anyone who’s eligible - this is called automatic enrolment. We can help you understand ⤵️ bit.ly/3Url8B7

Council tax is a system of local taxation collected by local councils - it’s a tax on domestic property. Usually the person living in a property will be liable to pay council tax. Check our website to read more ⤵️ bit.ly/3ISfTYw

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If you think there’s a problem with the structure of your building, you have the right to report it. This includes: ➡️ Parts of the building falling off such as bricks or cladding ➡️ Gaps between walls and floors Our advice can help ⤵️ bit.ly/3IU4Tdd

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If you can’t afford the food you need there are food banks that can help. You’ll usually need to get a referral to a food bank before you can use it. Our advice can help ⤵️ bit.ly/4dcdJxO

❌ Your supplier can’t make you move to prepayment if it wouldn’t be safe or practical. This includes if you have a health condition or disability which needs a continuous supply of energy for medication or equipment. Find out more on our website ⤵️ bit.ly/45tPPux

⚖️ If you’re going to court as a witness, there are some things you can do to help you prepare for the day. Check our online advice ⤵️ bit.ly/3J6mNcL

Your employer should pay you on time for work that you’ve done. ➡️ You can challenge your employer if they haven’t paid you or you’ve been underpaid. We can help you understand your rights ⤵️ bit.ly/45ntE9f

✉️ Did you know a water company can backdate water bills, regardless of whether they have billed you before? Check when you might find yourself in this situation and what you can do about it ⤵️ bit.ly/47tgcTF

✅ Budgeting can help you understand what you’re earning and spending and where you might be able to cut costs. Here’s how you can get started with budgeting ⤵️ bit.ly/45GEZmj

● You should check what your employment contract says about working on bank holidays. If you don’t have a contract, ask your employer what their rules are. Find out more ⤵️ bit.ly/4mgLhPd

You might need a ‘guarantor’ if you’re looking for a place to rent. This is someone who agrees to pay your rent if you don't pay it, for example a parent or close relative. Our advice can help you ⤵️ bit.ly/4mLmxOY

You’ll have legal rights if something you bought is: ➡️ Broken or damaged ➡️ Unusable ➡️ Doesn’t match the seller’s description Try our online tool to check your consumer rights ⤵️ bit.ly/4m9yiia