Living or surviving: Why we need a manifesto for living standards
Living or surviving: Why we need a manifesto for living standards Something has changed at Citizens Advice. At the last 3 general elections, our top advice issues were all about helping people access benefits they’re entitled to. Today, 2 of the top 3 are about the cost of living — ...
Volunteer Story
James Brewer: The journey from volunteer to manager James started volunteering with us almost 8 years ago and has recently moved on to another role in Suffolk. He tells us about how he progressed at Citizens Advice Ipswich from volunteer administrator to Receptionist to debt advice admin to benefits adviser ...
Citizens Advice Ipswich calls for more volunteers as cost-of-living pressures continue to bite
Citizens Advice Ipswich calls for more volunteers as cost-of-living pressures continue to bite Marking two anniversaries: 40 years of Volunteers Week and the 50th anniversary of Citizens Advice Ipswich, the charity is celebrating all its volunteers who all play a crucial role, and says it needs volunteers now more than ever ...
As 3.5 million people look to buy a used car Citizens Advice Ipswich shares top advice tips to help motorists steer clear of problems
As 3.5 million people look to buy a used car Citizens Advice Ipswich shares top advice tips to help motorists steer clear of problems
- Problems with used cars are consistently the top complaint made to Citizens Advice’s national Consumer Service
- The charity is offering top advice tips as it ...
Citizens Advice Ipswich “humbled” to receive invite to Buckingham Palace
Citizens Advice Ipswich “humbled” to receive invite to Buckingham Palace Chief Officer at Citizens Advice Ipswich, Nicky Willshere, was delighted to accept an invitation to go to a royal garden party on Wednesday 8 May. The invitation came as recognition of the contribution Citizens Advice Ipswich has made to the ...
Booking a holiday abroad? How to protect yourself and prepare for the unexpected
Booking a holiday abroad? How to protect yourself and prepare for the unexpected The May advice column is here and this time it's about how to protect yourself and prepare for the unexpected when booking a holiday abroad. It comes at a time of year when many of us will ...
Response to new Financial Conduct Authority report revealing level of people in East of England struggling financially
Response to new Financial Conduct Authority report revealing level of people in East of England struggling financially A report from the Financial Conduct Authority released today shows that over 20% of those in the East of England are struggling to make ends meet. This is up by almost a fifth ...
From Adviser to Tour Guide
From Adviser to Tour Guide After sixteen years as a volunteer with us, Chris F is moving on to pastures new. We asked him a few questions about his time at Citizens Advice Ipswich. In your time with us here, Chris, you have supported so many people. Our records only ...
Understanding your payslip
Understanding your payslip I’ve just got my first payslip from a new job, I’m slightly embarrassed to say I don’t understand what all the different sections refer to. How do I know what each means and if it’s correct? Congratulations on the new job, hopefully you’re settling into the new ...
National Lottery award for Citizens Advice Ipswich secures continued specialist welfare benefit advice
National Lottery award for Citizens Advice Ipswich secures continued specialist welfare benefit advice The National Lottery Community Fund has awarded Citizens Advice Ipswich funding to continue to deliver specialist welfare benefits advice and support for the next five years. This award means our dedicated specialist team can continue to support ...
