Citizens Advice County Durham

Government is set to end the #BenefitsFreeze. But @CitizensAdvice research shows this will still leave lots of people unable to cover their costs. We’re calling for an above-inflation increase to frozen benefits so people can #MakeEndsMeet https://bit.ly/2He5Jhy

Do you know how to identify an online scam? The @CitizensAdvice #ScamsAction team have shared 5 top tips to help you identify when something might be a scam https://bit.ly/2S2EInQ

Changed your mind about that gym membership? Before you hang up your trainers check whether your contract allows you to cancel. Our advice can help https://bit.ly/2tzLvvM

If you've had a letter from your bank about overdraft fees changing, don't panic - the percentage fees are usually cheaper than daily charges (the percentage represents an overall annual total). Get in touch if you're worried about debt: https://citizensadvicecd.com/help/

If you’re wishing for warmer weather and thinking about booking your summer holiday, don’t forget about travel insurance! Read our advice to find out more about the types of insurance and things to consider https://bit.ly/31uHBAB

There are different things to think about if your relationship has ended, especially if you lived together or have children. Our advice can help if you’re unsure of the steps you need to take https://bit.ly/39avOUt

It’s #SVW2020 and we’re celebrating our dedicated student volunteers who use their free time to help people face problems that may seem complicated or intimidating. If you’d like to get involved, head to https://bit.ly/2RXF3rN

Do you know the rights you could be entitled to at work? For example,
🤒 sick pay 🏖️ holiday pay 💻 flexible working
... Our advice can help you find out more http://bit.ly/1RtwZtr
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If you’re a British citizen living in or planning to move to the EU, you should check out http://gov.uk’s advice to see what your rights will be after 31 December 2020 https://citizensadvice.org.uk/…/brexit- what-it-means-for-y…/

👨‍👧‍👦 When you’re a new parent or you’re expecting a baby you have extra rights at work. This covers things like maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave.
Read our advice to find out more https://citizensadvice.org.uk/…/pa…/p arental-rights-at-work/

If you’re an EU citizen, you’ll need to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme to keep living, working, studying, getting benefits and using the NHS after 31 December 2020. Read our latest advice https://citizensadvice.org.uk/…/brexit- what-it-means-for-y…/

🔨 If you’re renting your home, you should report any repairs needed to your landlord as soon as you notice them
Our advice can help you learn more about asking your landlord to make repairs http://bit.ly/2mdH5Ul

If you’re an EU citizen you should apply to the EU Settlement Scheme as soon as possible before 31 December 2020 as your rights could change after that date. For more information and advice visit bit.ly/3aEGgeH

Some Hotpoint and Indesit washing machines made between October 2014 and February 2018 have a fault, which means they could catch fire. If your machine is affected, unplug it and call Whirlpool on 0800 316 1442. Find out more bit.ly/2QHFdlh

£318 million will be saved by consumers under measures announced so far - just 10% of the penalty being paid by loyal customers
@CitizensAdvice responds to news that the CMA has given regulators a 6 month extension to tackle the loyalty penalty bit.ly/30LP65Y

Major changes will be needed in all our lives if we’re to meet the net zero commitment and public support during this process is essential
That’s why @CitizensAdvice is calling for the government to put people at the heart of plans to reach net zero bit.ly/36ihjlS

The Brexit EU (Withdrawal Agreement) Act is now UK law and will be voted on by the EU. If they agree, The UK will leave the EU on 31 January 2020. To find out more about what Brexit would mean for you, read @CitizensAdvice’s updated information bit.ly/2NTGZis