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Citizens Advice South Worcestershire
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Free, confidential, independent & impartial advice. Offices in Malvern, Evesham, & Droitwich.

Looking for advice? Check out the advice guides:
www.citizensadvice.org.uk

Or contact us:
www.citizensadvicesw.org.uk
💭 It can be difficult to talk to a loved one about their gambling problem.

But there are ways to address it and get support for them.

Here’s what steps you can take ⤵️
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December 15, 2025 at 8:02 AM
There’s several reasons why your energy bill could be higher than you expected.

➡️ Your meter might be faulty or your energy supplier might have overcharged you.

Our advice can help ⤵️
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December 14, 2025 at 6:48 AM
You have the right to take time off work in certain circumstances - these are called 'statutory rights'.

This time off might be paid leave or unpaid leave.

Check your work rights ⤵️
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December 12, 2025 at 6:47 AM
❄️ Will you be travelling to Europe this winter?

Check your passport is valid for the dates you’re travelling.

Our advice can help you ⤵️
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December 11, 2025 at 6:38 AM
If you’re threatened with homelessness, it’s usually worth applying to your local council for help.

They might be able to help you stay in your home or find an alternative place to live.

Check our advice ⤵️
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December 10, 2025 at 6:40 AM
If you’ve been scammed it’s important you take steps to:

➡️ Protect yourself from further risks
➡️ Check if you can get your money back
➡️ Report the scam

Find out more ⤵️
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December 9, 2025 at 6:41 AM
Are you worried about your finances and need help?

✅ You should always start by checking if you can get any benefits.

Our online advice can help you navigate this ⤵️
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December 8, 2025 at 6:27 AM
🚄 Has your train journey been delayed or cancelled?

You might be able to get a refund or compensation.

Check what you’re entitled to ⤵️
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December 6, 2025 at 7:32 AM
You might be able to claim benefits if:

➡️ You have difficulty with everyday tasks or getting around
➡️ You can’t work because you’re sick or disabled

Our online advice can help you ⤵️
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December 5, 2025 at 6:47 AM
Reviewing your subscriptions?

You can stop unwanted 'continuous payments', like for a gym or magazine, by contacting your bank or card issuer directly.

Find out more ⤵️
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December 4, 2025 at 6:33 AM
Your employer should pay you on time for the work you’ve done on your agreed pay day.

We can help you understand your work rights ⤵️
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December 3, 2025 at 7:56 AM
🏠 If you share a house with someone, it’s important that you understand how your tenancy is organised.

This can impact your rights and responsibilities.

Our online advice can help you ⤵️
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December 2, 2025 at 6:39 AM
There are some steps you can take to stop getting nuisance calls and texts that you don’t want.

You can register for free with the Telephone Preference Service to reduce nuisance calls.

Check our advice ⤵️
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November 30, 2025 at 6:17 AM
🏡 Are you moving home?

Let your energy supplier know so you don’t end up paying too much for your gas and electricity, or paying for energy you didn’t use.

Read our online advice ⤵️
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November 28, 2025 at 5:53 AM
There are some things to consider if you’re thinking of resigning from your job.

➡️ If you or your partner get any benefits like Universal Credit, check if stopping work will affect them.

Find out how your benefits might change when resigning ⤵️
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November 27, 2025 at 6:27 AM
Are you facing problems with damp in your home?

It’s your landlord’s responsibility to find out what’s causing the damp.

Here’s what you need to know ⤵️
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November 26, 2025 at 6:39 AM
Shopping online for #BlackFriday? Stay on the lookout for scams by checking for signs of fake online shops.

You can search for the company’s details on GOV.UK to see if they’re a registered company or not.

Our advice can help ⤵️
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November 25, 2025 at 6:44 AM
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📱Did you know you can now store your National Insurance number in your Apple or Google Wallet using the HMRC app?

No more letters! ✉️
Just open the app📲, and within seconds, you can view, share, or print your NI number.

Learn more here: www.gov.uk/guidance/dow...

#HMRC #App #Free #CitizensAdvice
November 24, 2025 at 7:43 PM
You might have to go to court as a witness in a criminal court if:

➡️ You’re the victim of a crime
➡️ You witnessed a crime
➡️ Someone you know has been accused of a crime

We can help you understand what this involves ⤵️
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November 24, 2025 at 6:33 AM
📦If your order hasn’t been delivered in the location you agreed, it's the seller's legal responsibility to sort out the issue.

Check what steps you can take ⤵️
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November 22, 2025 at 7:29 AM
This week is the Self-Care Week

Check out our Self-Care tips and activities resource free on our website, or get in touch to receive your free printed copy.

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November 21, 2025 at 6:58 AM
Join #easyfundraising for free, and every time you shop online with your favourite retailers, they’ll donate to Citizens Advice South Worcestershire. The best bit? Your shopping won’t cost you any extra. Join via the app today and we’ll get a bonus £2.

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November 20, 2025 at 6:58 AM
📣 Annual General Meeting 2025

📅 Friday 5 December
🕙 10am–12 noon
📍 Pershore Civic Centre (Showell Room)

Members are invited to join us for our AGM.
RSVP by 28 November: [email protected]

#CitizensAdvice #SouthWorcestershire #AGM2025
November 19, 2025 at 6:24 AM
Our CEO and members of our team attended the @CitizensAdvice Annual Conference to celebrate the incredible work of the network.

We were thrilled to be shortlisted for the Championing Wellbeing award. We may not have won this time, but we’re extremely proud to see our wellbeing work recognise💙
November 18, 2025 at 6:06 AM
🤔 Are you under 18 and thinking about employment?

Know your working rights before you start.

Check the number of hours you should work and what pay you can get ⤵️
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November 17, 2025 at 6:12 AM