Money worries

It is common for people to be worried about money and their finances. This can be a source of stress and anxiety. At some point we can all do with help and advice. 

This page has some hints and tips on managing your money. There are links to places you can find support and advice.

These include budget planning and debt advice, household bills, shopping, food banks, baby banks, school uniform exchanges, and support during school holidays.

You may also be entitled to free welfare benefits - click here for a confidential benefits calculator to find out what benefits you are entitled to claim.

Talking about money

It is important to have conversations with your partner, children and friends about money. MoneyHelper’s Talk Money series can help have those difficult conversations. It also has advice on teaching your children and teenagers about money.

Budget planning and debt advice

• MoneyHelper has a collection of guides to help you manage your money and save. They have advice on managing your money in uncertain times.
• Step Change offers free debt advice and support online. Their online debt test can help you find out if you need help
• MoneySavingExpert has a money makeover guide
• Citizens Advice has advice on getting help with bills and help with the cost of living
• If you are on a low income you can get help with saving
• You can claim tax relief for job expenses including working from home, uniform, work clothes and tools
• There can be a lot to sort out following the death of someone close. MoneyHelper has guides to help you know what you need to do

Household bills

Many people are already taking measures to reduce their bills at home.

Our keeping your home warm page has tips on reducing energy use and information on how you can get help.

Citizens advice has information on grants and benefits to help you pay for your energy bills. 

MoneyHelper has information on what to do if you are worried about your energy bills rising.

There are simple ways to save water at home. You can also see if it would be cheaper to have a water meter using this calculator.

MoneySavingExpert website has guides and tools to help you get the best deal on your household bills.

Running a car is another large household expense. MoneyHelper has guidance on buying and running a care.

There are guides on buying car insurance.

Compare fuel prices in your area with this app.

Shopping

There are tips available to try to reduce the cost of your supermarket shop from MoneySavingExpert and the video below.