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“Free, independent and timely advice is prevention in practice.” 85% of the UK public agree free, independent advice should be an essential local service. AdviceUK CEO Liz Bayram asks: why isn't Government treating it that way? 🔗Read her new piece: bit.ly/4y6wsEI #AdviceSaves

Liz Bayram qupte emphasizing the public's high priority on free, independent advice as an essential local service, with concerns about rationed support.

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This is the gap Government must close. Free and independent advice is essential local infrastructure. 🔗Read the full report: bit.ly/4d44EIF #AdviceSaves

But there is a gap: only 49% of UK adults are confident they could find free and independent advice if they needed help tomorrow. 51% of advice organisations responding to an AdviceUK survey have had to turn people away because they lacked capacity.

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AdviceUK @adviceuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

What does the UK public really think about free, independent advice? ▪️89% of UK adults say early advice stops problems getting worse. ▪️88% of people say everyone should have access to it. ▪️85% say it should be an essential local service. Our new national poll 👇 bit.ly/4d44EIF

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Want to improve your funding applications? In this AdviceUK Member Forum clip, Get Grants share expert tips on writing stronger problem statements. Join AdviceUK membership to access the full recording and attend future forums live: bit.ly/3UVwyAw

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AdviceUK @adviceuk.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

📢 Up to £70K in funding for advice services! Our member Funding Update is back this month, packed with opportunities ranging from £20K to £70K. Not a member yet? Join now to receive funding updates like this: bit.ly/4yFNsSb Members, make sure to check your inboxes on September 24.

Announcement offering up to £70,000 funding for advice services with application details coming soon in the AdviceUK member funding update.

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AdviceUK @adviceuk.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Building on three years of Propel delivery, the programme will now support the whole workforce journey: entry, progression, management and leadership. Our aim is a workforce that is representative, sustainable and genuinely community-led.

Announcement: We're pleased to share that work is now under way on our £1.5m, seven-year Propel programme to transform London's advice sector workforce.

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AdviceUK @adviceuk.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

📢 The #AdviceSaves 2026 Member Toolkit is here! Join us during #AdviceWeek (19-23 Oct) as we celebrate the life-changing impact of free, independent advice and call for long-term support for the sector. Download the toolkit: bit.ly/4xYla5z

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AdviceUK @adviceuk.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Join us online on 30 September for the next AdviceUK Scotland Member Forum. A valuable opportunity to learn, share experiences and connect with fellow AdviceUK members. 📩 Register via the Eventbrite link included in your Forum invitation and the latest Scotland Member Update.

Graphic promoting Scotland Forum speakers with logos and topics from Scottish Legal Aid Board, ACVO, Consumer Scotland, and AdviceUK.

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AdviceUK @adviceuk.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Running an independent advice service can be rewarding, but it can also feel isolating. Join our free virtual coffee lounge on 22 September 10-11AM to chat with the AdviceUK Membership Team and discover available support. 🔗Register through the AdviceUK portal: bit.ly/4r37seM

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AdviceUK @adviceuk.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

This #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, remember that you don't have to face difficult times alone. See Rethink Mental Illness's self help guides: ow.ly/E0Lc50ZIONW For immediate support: 🔹Samaritans - call 116 123 🔹Text SHOUT to 85258 🔹NHS 111 - for urgent support 🔹In an emergency, call 999

Message offering support and free resources for World Suicide Prevention Day with advice services available.

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AdviceUK @adviceuk.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

What does AdviceUK membership look like in practice? For many members, it's access to expert speakers, valuable peer connections and a supportive network of organisations facing similar challenges. ✨ Book a free membership taster and see what membership could do for you: bit.ly/4i4VCyu

Member testimonial praising forums for helpful speakers on Universal Credit and Social Security Scotland, highlighting inclusion for lone workers and small service users.

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AdviceUK @adviceuk.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

What role can welfare advice play in supporting recovery? Hear from Liz Fowler, Support Hub Lead at Royal Free Charity, as she shares why advice services are an essential part of support in hospital settings. 💬 Found this insightful? Join our Member Forum on 16 September: bit.ly/4cKIk6X

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If the economy is to work for everyone, Government must invest in the free, independent advice services that are helping young people overcome barriers to training and work, and move from crisis to financial stability. Our response to the Chancellor’s speech today: bit.ly/4xfCKAG #AdviceSaves

Responding to the Chancellor of Exchequer’s first speech today on the economy: A stronger economy needs strong advice services

Responding to the Chancellor of Exchequer’s first speech today on the economy, Dr Zubaida Haque, Head of Policy, Programmes and Media at AdviceUK said: “It’s welcome news that the economy is turning a...

Young people are not economically inactive by choice. Advice services are seeing a sharp rise in young people needing help with work, training, benefits and mental health.

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A healthy economy needs strong local advice services: helping people resolve problems early, stay financially secure and overcome barriers to work and training. Investing in free, independent advice services is investing in a healthier economy. Read our response: bit.ly/4xfCKAG #AdviceSaves

Responding to the Chancellor of Exchequer’s first speech today on the economy: A stronger economy needs strong advice services

A healthy economy needs financially resilient communities. The Chancellor says the economy is “turning the corner”. That is welcome news. But an improving economy is not the same as people feeling more financially secure in their day to day lives.

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It’s welcome news that the economy is turning a corner. But for many people across the country, that recovery has yet to be felt in their day-to-day lives.

Our members at AdviceUK, which delivers free and independent advice services, are still seeing unprecedented demand from people struggling with debt, energy bills, housing, benefits and barriers to work. That includes a significant number of young people.

If the Government wants a stronger and more inclusive economy, it must invest in the advice services that help people build financial resilience, overcome barriers to work and training, and prevent manageable problems from escalating into a crisis.

A healthy economy needs resilient communities.

Dr Zubaida Haque, Head of Policy, Programmes and Media, AdviceUK

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A positive step towards a fairer, better-regulated enforcement sector

Moving forward, we strongly encourage the ECB to work closely with advice services to ensure they understand what is happening on the ground with regard to everyday experiences of bailiffs. Read more in this @stepchange.bsky.social blog: medium.com/stepchange/a...

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By Peter Tutton, Director of Policy, Research and Public Affairs

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Our members see first-hand how poor bailiff practice causes significant harm to people in debt, and increases pressure on free and independent debt advice services, which are already supporting significant numbers of people facing acute financial hardship and crisis.

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The ECB still needs full statutory powers, but this is a significant step in the right direction.

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AdviceUK @adviceuk.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

We welcome the Government’s announcement that all bailiffs will be required to work with firms accredited by the Enforcement Conduct Board (ECB), strengthening oversight of the sector, which we’ve advocated for alongside our Taking Control Coalition partners.

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Looking for more funding opportunities for your organisation? Try our free membership taster and get an exclusive member funding update to help you spot opportunities and stay informed. 🔗 Book your free taster: bit.ly/4gPBWNQ

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AdviceUK @adviceuk.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Thinking about joining AdviceUK? Book a free 30-minute membership taster with Magda, Jemma or Niamh to explore the benefits, ask questions and see if membership is right for your organisation. 👉https://bit.ly/45QOKNQ

Promotional graphic introducing the AdviceUK membership team and inviting advice organisations to book a free membership taster and one-to-one consultation.

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AdviceUK @adviceuk.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Looking for funding insights, expert support and stronger sector connections? Our free membership taster gives advice organisations a chance to explore what AdviceUK offers. Book your free taster today: bit.ly/4c6gvWj

Woman in a yellow sweater using earphones while working on a laptop, promoting AdviceUK membership for advice services.

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AdviceUK @adviceuk.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

At a time when organisations are navigating growing demand and an ever-changing landscape, having opportunities to connect, share knowledge and learn from others is more important than ever. That's what AdviceUK membership is all about. 👉 Learn more and apply today: bit.ly/4fYmmhu

Member testimonial praising great support, service, resources, updates, and funding opportunities from Saffron Lane Neighbourhood Council.

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AdviceUK @adviceuk.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

If the Government wants to shift from crisis to prevention, it must invest not only in new mental health facilities, but also in the trusted advice services that help prevent people reaching crisis in the first place. Read more in our press release: bit.ly/4wVZwy0

New neighbourhood mental health centres must embed free and independent advice services, says AdviceUK

AdviceUK has welcomed the Government’s announcement of a £343 million investment in new neighbourhood mental health centres across England, but says the success of the programme will depend on…

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AdviceUK @adviceuk.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

But for many young people, poor mental health does not exist in isolation. It is often driven or made worse by debt, insecure housing, problems with welfare benefits or unemployment. Free and independent advice services help people address those underlying issues every day.

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AdviceUK @adviceuk.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

We welcome the Government's commitment to bringing mental health support closer to communities.

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AdviceUK @adviceuk.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Join us on 16 September for the next AdviceUK England and Wales Member Forum. This online session will bring together colleagues from across the network to explore practical ways to strengthen organisations, build community connections and increase impact. 🔗 Register today: bit.ly/4q7TvvJ

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AdviceUK @adviceuk.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

To mark its 25th anniversary, @probonoweekuk.bsky.social is creating an exhibition to showcase the legal profession’s long-standing commitment to pro bono and access to justice. See their post below for more details 👇

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Read more in our Advice Works report: content.adviceuk.org.uk/advice-works..., and our response to the Milburn Review: www.adviceuk.org.uk/wp-content/u...

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However, more action is needed to address the workforce crisis. The Government should introduce a National Advice Workforce Strategy and commit to further investment in the sector. #AdviceSaves #AdviceWorks

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We've long called for investment in the advice sector workforce to help tackle the recruitment crisis. We welcome the Department for Work and Pensions' announcement on Youth Guarantee opportunities. Apprenticeships are a positive step forward in building an advice sector workforce of the future.

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Reform should also strengthen protections against poor-quality insolvency advice and improve referral routes into free and independent debt advice: www.adviceuk.org.uk/wp-content/u...

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Every day, our members in the free and independent advice sector support individuals and families struggling with debt. Their experience is essential to building a system that is fair, accessible and meets their needs.

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The Insolvency Service Annual Plan 2026 to 2027

We welcome the Insolvency Service’s commitment to reviewing the insolvency system and making it simpler and more accessible for people in debt: www.gov.uk/government/p...

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Our Annual Plan 2026–27 sets out how the Insolvency Service will deliver for the businesses, individuals and communities we serve over the coming year.

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