by Citizens Advice Bassetlaw | Jun 11, 2021 | Citizens Advice, Retford
From May 2021, the new Breathing Space and Mental Health Crisis Debt Respite Schemes come into effect in England and Wales. What is Breathing Space?Breathing Space is a new scheme that gives people temporary protection from most types of debt collection while they act...
by Citizens Advice Sherwood and Newark | Jun 9, 2021 | Citizens Advice, Sherwood
From Tuesday 4th May, the new Breathing Space and Mental Health Crisis Debt Respite Schemes came into effect in England and Wales. What is Breathing Space?Breathing Space is a new scheme that gives people temporary protection from most types of debt collection while...
by Citizens Advice Bassetlaw | May 21, 2021 | Citizens Advice, Retford, Worksop
With the Government outlining its road map out of lockdown, we may be looking to book that sunny getaway we’ve been dreaming about for the past year. But things aren’t completely certain – so Citizens Advice Bassetlaw have some top tips to help you maximise your...
by Citizens Advice Sherwood and Newark | Apr 17, 2021 | Citizens Advice, Sherwood
“I’ve just had my hours cut at work. I’d like to take on a second job, but there’s nothing around. How can I make less go further, without going into debt?” One way to stretch household finances is to shop around for the best deals on your mobile phone and broadband...
by Citizens Advice Bassetlaw | Apr 15, 2021 | Citizens Advice, Retford, Worksop
Responding to the Government announcement of an extension of the ban on bailiff enforced evictions, Alistair Cromwell, Acting Chief Executive of Citizens Advice, said: “The Government has made the right decision to extend this protection. Renters who are struggling...
by Citizens Advice Bassetlaw | Mar 16, 2021 | Citizens Advice, Retford, Worksop
“I’m really worried about my elderly relatives being targeted by coronavirus scams – are there any warning signs that I can tell them to look out for? What should they do if they think that something is a scam?” Unfortunately, Citizens Advice have seen an increase in...