Community Advice Newry, Mourne & Down

An increase of £36 sounds like a lot. Works out at about 10p a day. But all these increases can soon add up.
We'll be talking more soon about how you can start saving money on your bills and actually start tucking a few pounds away for emergencies.

Staff appreciated the card and chocolates received in the post today. Nice to hear when we have a successful outcome.

Looks like the Thought Police are out of a job. About time.
We hear many thoughts and opinions. We don't judge. Just don't be aggressive, okay? That, we won't tolerate.

Please talk to someone. There is always an answer.

From tomorrow, service providers will need to text, email or write to their customers between 10 and 40 days before their contracts come to an end.

Are you a care worker who doesn't get paid for every hour when you have to stay overnight? A case being heard in the Supreme Court today could be of interest.

Pension Credit is one the most unclaimed benefits. We see this so often in our office and is why we may ask about your income, savings etc. Our advisers provide a holistic approach to advice and try and find other entitlements. Contact us for a benefit check if you are pension age or look after parents or, grandparents who may be eligible.

0300 2007862
The contact line is for use by three priority vehicle groups which include four year old cars due their first MOT, taxis and car dealerships.

Are you fed up watching the millionaire celebrities patting themselves on the back? You're not alone.
We're here for the real people in our local community with real, everyday problems and worries. We'll always shake your hand and give you a pat on the back for simply asking for a little help.
And sometimes it's not even for yourself... We all worry about our friends and loved ones.
... We're here to help everyone.
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These are not the pounds you want to lose. Set a bet with a friend instead.

Program about Universal Credit starting soon. Should be interesting ....

Today is world cancer day and many of us will need the support our local hospice. We provide a weekly outreach by appointment only for patients and their family.

The UK-wide rollout of Universal Credit will be 7 years late and massively over budget.
Nurses pay and working-age benefits have been frozen for years. Projects like UC, HS2 and Crossrail are costing billions more than thought.
We have no-one crying on the phone worrying about saving a few minutes getting across London, or to Birmingham. No, we talk to people worried about how they're going to feed their kids for breakfast.
... Save half an hour from London to Birmingham or save a life?
We choose life.
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Numbers can be funny sometimes...

EUSS application forms can be completed in our Newry or Downpatrick office. Contact us for an appointment. 0300 30 30 306.

If you are struggling please contact Community Advice for a benefit check to make sure you are getting all you are entitled to. Space have a fast track referral system to ourselves or phone, email or drop in. We are all here to help.

New service numbers will also be introduced through January and February.

EUSS information event this Saturday in Newry Arts Centre at 1.30 for the Italian Community. Advisers will be in attendance to complete forms for those that need help. Contact us if you would like more information on what documents to bring. Advice NI