News and announcements

The switch off will affect energy consumers that have an RTS electricity meter in their home. It may mean that your heating and hot water supply stops working as normal.

If you have an emergency which mean you need cash in a hurry, you might be tempted to get a loan from anyone that will give you money. The person offering you quick cash could be a loan shark.

Even if you own your own home, have savings or a private pension you could qualify for an income top up

A School Essentials Grant is available to assist families on a low income to buy school uniform, sports kit, uniform for enrichment activities, school bags, stationery etc. Please note IT equipment is excluded from this grant. Grants of £125 per pupil or £200 per pupil for those starting year 7 will be available.​​​​​​​​​​​​​

This coming year most people who receive a means tested working age benefit, will be contacted by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). Your current benefits will stop, and you will have to make a claim for Universal Credit. This is called “Managed Migration”.

Our Disability Benefit Support Team can offer a variety of specialist advice and support