I’ve been saving up to have my kitchen redone, but I’m a bit worried about it. Last time I had any work done on the house, it took more than double the time I thought it would and ended up costing me a fortune. I’m looking for a different builder this time, but how will I know I can trust …

My energy bill really shot up last month. I don’t feel like I’ve been using any more heating or electricity than usual, so I’m worried I’m being overcharged. I’ve tried to contact my energy supplier for support, but no one ever seems to answer the phone or respond to my emails. I’ve waited on hold for nearly an hour several …

January Advice Column – Coronavirus Scams “I’m really worried about my elderly relatives being targeted by coronavirus scams – are there any warning signs that I can tell them to look out for? What should they do if they think that something is a scam?” Unfortunately, we’ve seen an increase in scams since the beginning of the pandemic, so it’s …

We’re taking part in Big Energy Saving Winter. Find out how you can Check, Switch and Save on your energy bills today by visiting our campaign website www.bigenergysavingwinter.org.uk

This annual event takes place in September and helps raise much needed funds for the local charity to help train its army of volunteers in advising and helping local people who need advice on debt, employment, benefit and disability entitlement, as well as many other issues. This year in March the charity had to drastically change its way of operating …

Every year Citizens Advice South Hams helps thousands of local people with the problems they face. 2020 is providing unprecedented challenges for the team that has continued to facilitate residents in dealing with issues resulting from the pandemic. Vice Chair of the charity, Chris Peach says: “I’m immensely proud to volunteer for this charity which serves the needs of local …

The England Illegal Money Lending Team (IMLT) is helping to break the cycle of borrowing from loan sharks and supporting victims caught in their trap, on its brand-new podcast; Your Money and Your Life. In this episode, the IMLT tackle some of the misconceptions surrounding loan sharks by explaining who they are and how they operate. To report a loan …