Announcements

Headspace - Mindful Money

2026-09-03T15:40:00Z

Meditation and mindfulness can be useful tools to help you manage stress, anxiety, and fear that you may be experiencing. If you have financial concerns, including those arising out of the current cost of living crisis you may wish to consider this o...(read more)

Energy Bills Support

2026-09-03T14:50:00Z

If you’re on benefits or have a low income you may be eligible for: the Warm Home Discount Scheme energy-saving improvement schemes home energy support payments Warm Home Discount Scheme You could get £150 off your electricity bill fo...(read more)

Cost of Living help Guide - Money Saving Expert 90+ Ways to Save

2026-09-03T14:40:00Z

In response to the Cost of Living Crisis the team at Money Saving Expert (MSE) have compiled 90+ ways to save money during this situation. To access the suggestions please visit Money Saving Expert Ways to Save, MSE also have a whole range of ...(read more)

Free Prescriptions and NHS Prescription Prepayment Certificate

2026-09-03T14:35:00Z

Free Prescriptions You can get free NHS prescriptions if, at the time the prescription is dispensed, you: are 60 or over are under 16 are 16 to 18 and in full-time education are pregnant or have had a baby in the previous 12 months and have a valid...(read more)

Benefits Calculators

2026-09-03T14:34:00Z

Millions of people are missing out on support that they are entitled to. To completed a free quick assessment online visit Entitled to or turn2us and find out if you can claim any further support. If you already are receiving su...(read more)

Tips when making a Budget Planner

2026-08-28T13:20:00Z

Have you thought about making a budget planner? Are you not sure where to start or unsure if it would help you? A personal budget can show how to distribute you income effectively, how to support with savings, and get out of debt. We have foun...(read more)

Is it time to change?

2026-08-28T13:00:00Z

Is you mobile phone, broadband or TV contract or traffic come to an end? Then maybe its time to think about switching. Switching allows you to access better coverage, faster internet speeds, improved devices and better perks. If you've bee...(read more)

Debt and Financial Worries

2026-08-28T12:55:00Z

If you are struggling to make ends meet at the moment, you aren’t alone. Millions of households are finding it hard to pay for everyday items due to rapidly increasing prices. If you are worried about debts, you can get free impartial adv...(read more)

Places Kids Eat for Free (or £1) in School Holidays and Half Terms

2026-08-28T12:21:00Z

Check out this website where you can find details of places kids eat for free in school holidays and half terms. Follow this link to see where the current offers exist: Places Kids Eat for Free (read more)

Serve and Protect CU - Cost of Living and Financial Resilience

2026-08-28T12:20:00Z

"At Serve and Protect, we understand the unique financial challenges faced by members of the armed forces community. Whether you’re on active duty, a reservist, veteran, MOD Civil Servant or part of a military family, we’re here to p...(read more)

Government Cost Of Living information

2026-08-28T12:15:00Z

Find out about Cost of Living payments or how to lower your energy bills as well as support with mortgage payments and help with childcare and travel costs. Follow the links for more information England: Cost of living support: Overview - GOV.UK Help...(read more)

RNBT - Easier Access to Support

2023-03-21T13:00:16Z

RNBT is already supporting more of the naval community in need due to the cost of living crisis – up 23% on last year, with awards up 35% in value. In January we rolled out a new way to apply for assistance on-line, using the Lightning Reach po...(read more)

Tax-Free Childcare Account

2022-10-14T18:00:00Z

Did you know that you can get up to £500 every 3 months (up to £2,000 a year) for each of your children to help with the costs of childcare using the Tax-Free Childcare account? If you get Tax-Free Childcare account online, for eve...(read more)

DDS - Pull up a chair, dinner is served

2022-10-03T06:42:06Z

If you are looking at going out for a meal, then don't forget to check out the discounts provided via the Defence Discount Service: DDS - Pull up a chair, dinner is served Defence Discount Service provides discounts both online and on the high ...(read more)

Council Tax Discounts and Exemptions

2022-09-30T11:20:22Z

Should you be receiving a Council Tax or Contribution in Lieu of Council Tax (CILCOT) discount or exemption? You’ll usually have to pay Council Tax if you’re 18 or over. A full Council Tax bill is based on at least 2 adults living in a...(read more)