Universal Credit goes live in the Totnes Job Centre area from Sept 5th.  Below is a link to a YouTube video which is designed to take first time applicants through the initial claim process.  You may find useful in so much as it gives an overview of what claimants will be seeing and how to log into their accounts: Universal …

Citizens Advice South Hams plays a vital role in our local community providing free, independent and impartial advice to clients on issues such as debt, benefits, housing and employment. Our trustees ensure that the charity is well managed and that resources are utilised effectively and appropriately. Trustees devote time, commitment and experience to carry out this voluntary role, which normally …

Citizens Advice South Hams is flagging problems with the application process for Universal Credit, following the release of a new report from national Citizens Advice. The report finds that although the benefit is working well for many, a significant number have problems with the application process. A third of people who’ve been helped by the charity say they struggle to …

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Janie Moor, CEO of Citizens Advice South Hams, is back in training – this year to complete a gruelling Aquathlon.  The multi-sport event which takes place on September 1st , involves a challenging 1.5 mile swim in the River Dart from Totnes to Sharpham followed by an exhausting and hilly run back along the river to the starting point at …

Well done to Chris Hall our Trustee for completing the Exeter Legal Walk a couple of weeks ago.  Together the walkers from many different charities have raised nearly £1,500 and Chris alone is well set to achieve his personal goal of £500! To donate please click on the link below Everyclick

If you’re wondering what a Citizen Advice cupcake tastes like then visit the Dartmouth kiosk on Wednesday 20th June because it’s making its debut.  The cupcake was designed and made by one of the charity’s volunteers, Rosemarie Jacobs.  After working in catering management for many years she became interested in volunteering for Citizens Advice and regularly bakes and makes cakes …

We are in The Mansion, Caring Town, Totnes for free, impartial, confidential advice. Drop in Friday’s 10.30 am to 2.30 pm

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