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Lewisham Plus Credit Union @lewishamplus.bsky.social · 5d

Think that "free trial" is actually free?🤔 A consumer was billed for 3 years by an ad-blocker they signed up for on a trial basis.

⚠️ Always read the T&Cs
⚠️ Check your bank statements
⚠️ Know you can cancel recurring payments with your bank

'A free trial billed me for three years' - Which?

Every week we help you with your money problems

www.which.co.uk

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Lewisham Plus Credit Union @lewishamplus.bsky.social · 22h

Navigating changes to benefits and pensions can feel overwhelming💡

With upcoming adjustments to PIP in 2026 and the recent State Pension increase, understanding how these changes affect you is more important than ever✅

Stay up to date👇
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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All On The Board @allontheboard.bsky.social · 5d

Today is World Mental Health Day. It’s a day that should be every day of the year. You are worthwhile, and you deserve to be here.

#WorldMentalHealthDay #WMHD25 #MentalHealth

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London Capital Credit Union @londoncapitalcu.bsky.social · 5d

Money worries and mental health are linked. This #WorldMentalHealthDay, check out the NHS ""Every Mind Matters"" guide💭

It's full of practical tips that show how small steps can make a big difference when you're feeling financial stress👉

www.nhs.uk/every-mind-m...

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London Capital Credit Union @londoncapitalcu.bsky.social · 6d

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London Capital Credit Union @londoncapitalcu.bsky.social · 6d

Feeling the pinch from rising household bills?💧 While you can't switch your water provider, you have more power than you think to lower your costs💸

We've broken down 5 expert tips from MoneyHelper to help you stop pouring money down the drain. Swipe through to learn how👉

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London Capital Credit Union @londoncapitalcu.bsky.social · 7d

Myth: Financial planning isn't worth it

Fact: 8 in 10 people with a financial plan say it provides more value than it costs✅

A good plan gives you confidence. Start yours this #WorldFinancialPlanningDay with a free budget planner👇
www.moneyhelper.org.uk/en/everyday-...

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Citizens Advice @citizensadvice.bsky.social · 13d

This #BlackHistoryMonth we're celebrating the amazing story of Pansy Jeffrey 🌟

Find out more about her long and inspiring career with Citizens Advice North Kensington in our blog ⤵️
https://bit.ly/4eUa7jG

Hidden figures: The story of Pansy Jeffrey

This year marks 85 years of Citizens Advice. To celebrate, we're sharing some of the weird, wonderful, and inspiring stories from our...

wearecitizensadvice.org.uk

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Citizens Advice @citizensadvice.bsky.social · 9d

⚠️ Over £106M was lost to romance fraud last year.

❌ Never send money to someone you haven't met in person.

Romance fraudsters build trust, then ask for cash - often with emotional and convincing stories.

Find out more: actionfraud.police.uk/romance-fraud

Digital advertisement from the National Anti-Fraud Centre depicts two individuals using smartphones, with a cautionary message about online relationship scams. The text reads, 'Do you really know who you're talking to? Romance fraud is on the rise,' emphasizing the importance of verifying identities in online interactions.

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Inside Croydon @insidecroydon.bsky.social · 7d

Get your latest Croydon news from insidecroydon.com.
Support our #journalism at www.patreon.com/insidecroydon

#Croydon

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London Capital Credit Union @londoncapitalcu.bsky.social · 12d

"A people's art is the genesis of their freedom"

A powerful lesson from Claudia Jones to start #BlackHistoryMonth. After the Notting Hill riot she created the 1st Caribbean Carnival, an act of joyful resistance that grew into the Notting Hill Carnival we love🎉 www.voice-online.co.uk/news/uk-news...

UK’S first Caribbean Carnival honoured with a blue plaque - Voice Online Caribbean Carnival

Caribbean Carnival that laid the foundations of Notting Hill carnival commemorated where it all began at Camden Town Hall

www.voice-online.co.uk

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British Association of Social Workers @basw-uk.bsky.social · 14d

BASW wishes Jewish communities in the UK and across the world a meaningful and peaceful Yom Kippur. 🧡

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CLondoner92 @clondoner92.bsky.social · 14d

🎥 Drone view of the new B23 DLR train. Video by TfL ⦵
New trains now in service bring more space, air con, live updates and better access. The 54-train rollout will boost capacity by 50% and support new homes and jobs. Backed by government and partners, Transport for London plans further upgrades.

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London Capital Credit Union @londoncapitalcu.bsky.social · 15d

Tossing that slice of bread? You're also tossing the water, energy & fuel it took to get to you

This #InternationalDayOfAwarenessOfFoodLossAndWaste let's remember that smart food management isn't just about saving £££ in your pocket, it's about respecting our planet

friendsoftheearth.uk/food-waste

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London Capital Credit Union @londoncapitalcu.bsky.social · 18d

Coffee, cake, and a catch-up for a brilliant cause? Count us in! ☕️🍰

Macmillan's World's Biggest Coffee Morning is taking place today, and London is getting ready to pop the kettle on. Want to join in? Find a public Coffee Morning event happening near you:
www.macmillan.org.uk/coffee-morni...

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London Capital Credit Union @londoncapitalcu.bsky.social · 19d

Say goodbye to the £100 tap limit! 💳

New proposals could soon let you pay for your big food shop or a meal out with just a tap.

Benefits:
✔️ More convenience
✔️ Faster checkouts
✔️ No more forgotten PINs on larger buys

Read more:

Contactless card payments could become unlimited under new plans

Card providers would be allowed to set their own contactless card payment limit, under the regulator's plans.

www.bbc.co.uk

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Ian H 💚🇬🇧🏳️‍🌈🇪🇺 @muchechops.bsky.social · 20d

36yrs i lived in #London, 25+ of those i travelled through & round #Bank & i NEVER KNEW so much #Roman #Londinium was still visible & accessible 😳🤷‍♂️🤦‍♂️😵🤯😎🤩😍

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Bobby Seagull @bobbyseagull.bsky.social · 21d

Libraries = more than books 📖

They’re safe spaces 🛡️, lifelines 🧑‍🎓, community hubs 🏘️

Cutting them means cutting opportunity 🚫

🎙️ I spoke on BBC Radio London about why we must fight for them 👉 (from 16m): www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

#library #libraries #london #highstreet #reading

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Louise Penn (LouReviews) @loureviewsblog.bsky.social · 21d

Support #CamdenPeoplesTheatre who are currently running an emergency fundraiser.

They are a crucial & committed fringe theatre in #London who support emerging artists, young people, and more.

www.justgiving.com/campaign/lon...

Long Live CPT!

We're facing a funding emergency: help us raise £80,000 by December 2025 to protect the next generation of artists and audiences.

www.justgiving.com

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Social Equity Centre @socialequitycic.bsky.social · 21d

🚨 Only 2 days left to apply for the SEC Local Government Training Programme.

This unique programme is built to support first-generation migrants in exploring pathways into local government.

📅 Deadline: Friday, 26th September at 12pm (noon)

👉 Apply here: www.socialequity.org.uk/our-training

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CHAI Community Help and Advice Initiative @chaiedinburgh.bsky.social · 22d

We support UK Savings Week! Want to save but don’t know where to start? Check out these hints and tips which will guide you on how to start your savings journey. https://loom.ly/5UiEzh4

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VAC - Cost of Living @vaccol.bsky.social · 22d

This week is UK Savings week, so we will be focusing on saving money, and services that can help with budgeting support. Please share these resources as they are posted for more information for your followers! To find out more about UK Savings Week, check out the website: uksavingsweek.co.uk

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BexDigest @bexdigest.bsky.social · 22d

It's UK Savings Week!

Find out what EXCLUSIVE discounts you can get as a teacher👇

www.twinkl.co.uk/l/w5jo1

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