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Citizens Advice East Lancashire

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UK-based non-profit organisation 🇬🇧 We’re here to give people the knowledge and the confidence they need to find their way forward - whoever they are, whatever their problem. 😊

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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
💷 Have you checked your State Pension forecast? Use HMRC's free State Pension forecast service to find out: ✔️ How much State Pension you could get ✔️ When you can claim it ✔️ If you can increase it – and how www.gov.uk/browse/working/state-pension #StatePension #RetirementPlanning #HMRC
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Do you have a child born between 1 September 2002 and 2 January 2011? 💬 They could have savings sitting in a Child Trust Fund account – worth around £2,000 on average. 👀 Find more👉🏻 www.gov.uk/child-trust-... #ChildTrustFund #Money #Savings #UK #HMRC #moneysavingtips #UK #CitizensAdvice
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Did you know about the free HMRC app? This is one of the apps that every UK taxpayer should have! Check your tax code, view your National Insurance number, track refunds, make payments, and access your personal tax information. 👉🏻 www.gov.uk/guidance/dow... #HMRC #App #Free #CitizensAdvice #Advice
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Do you know your State Pension Age? 💬 Check your State Pension age today, it only takes a minute. Visit gov.uk/state-pensionage and enter your date of birth. ✅ Follow us for more. 🤝 #StatePension #HMRC #UK #Pension #CitizensAdvice
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Did you know? 👀 The State Pension age isn’t the same for everyone. 💬 Find out yours at gov.uk/statepension... using your date of birth. ✅ Follow us for more. 🤝 #StatePension #HMRC #UK #Pension #CitizensAdvice
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Do you know your State Pension age? 💬 It’s easy to check online. ✅ You only need your date of birth 👉🏻 gov.uk/state-pension-age #StatePension #HMRC #UK #Pension #CitizensAdvice
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Did you know there are free resources to help children and young people understand tax and how it works? 🎥 In this video, we take a quick look at “Tax Facts” and the resources available for teachers and parents. 🔗 Find out more and access the free resources: www.gov.uk/.../tax-fact.... #taxfacts #uk
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Knowing your State Pension age helps you plan for the future. 💬 Check today using your date of birth: gov.uk/state-pension-age #pension #uk #statepension #news #HMRC #CitizensAdvice
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Unsure of your State Pension age? 👀 It’s easy to check online. You only need your date of birth: gov.uk/state-pension-age #pension #uk #statepension #news #HMRC #CitizensAdvice
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Did you know about the free HMRC app? 📲👀 This is one of the apps that every UK taxpayer should have! Check your tax code, view your National Insurance number, track refunds, make payments, and access your personal tax information—all in one place. 📲 Try it out here 👉🏻 www.gov.uk/guidance/dow...
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
Do you have a child born between 1 September 2002 and 2 January 2011? They could have savings sitting in a Child Trust Fund account – worth around £2,000 on average. Check here 👉🏻 www.gov.uk/child-trust-... #savings #money #uk #hmrc #trustfund
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
🚨Parents, a quick reminder! Child Benefit can stop on 31 August after your child turns 16. If they’re staying in full-time education or approved training, you may be able to keep receiving it until they’re 20. 📚 You just need to update HMRC. 📲👇 www.gov.uk/guidance/dow... #uk #hmrc #childbenefit
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Download the HMRC app
How to download and access the HMRC app on a mobile device to get information about your tax, National Insurance and benefits.
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
💷 Have you checked your State Pension forecast? Use HMRC's free State Pension forecast service to find out: ✔️ How much State Pension you could get ✔️ When you can claim it ✔️ If you can increase it – and how www.gov.uk/browse/working/state-pension #StatePension #RetirementPlanning #HMRC
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
🇬🇧 State Pension vs Workplace Pension 💷 👉 State Pension: Government payment based on your National Insurance record. 👉 Workplace Pension: You and your employer contribute, with potential tax relief. 💡 They can work together in retirement. More info: gov.uk/check-state-pension #uk #pension
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
What is Pension Credit? 💬 Pension Credit is extra financial support for people over State Pension age who have a low income. It can help top up your weekly income and may also provide access to other benefits and support. Find More Here: gov.uk/pension-credit #pension #uk #pensioncredit #retirement
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
☀️💷 Making extra money this summer? Selling things online? Taking on seasonal work? Making extra money during the holidays? It’s worth checking whether you need to tell HMRC. 👉 Find out more and check the official guidance on GOV.UK: www.gov.uk/check-additional-income-tax #sidehustle #HMRC #jobs #uk
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Were you born between 1 Sep 2002 and 2 Jan 2011? 👀 Check if you’ve got forgotten savings in a Child Trust Fund account – worth around £2,000 on average. ✅ It could be the perfect boost for a summer holiday or some extra spending money! 😎⛱️ Click here to check: www.gov.uk/child-trust-... 👈 #Money
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
🚨 Today’s the deadline to make your second Self Assessment Payment on Account! 💷 If you have a payment due, you still have until midnight to make it online or through the free HMRC app. ⏰✅ Don’t leave it until the last minute! Pay here: www.gov.uk/pay-self-ass... #HMRC #SmallBusinessUK #UK #Tax
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Pay your Self Assessment tax bill
Payment options for your Self Assessment tax bill - Direct Debit, bank transfer, through your tax code, debit or credit card, cheque and pay weekly or monthly
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
🚨HMRC Reminder🚨 If you have a Self Assessment Payment on Account, your second payment is due tomorrow (31 July) by midnight. You can pay securely using the HMRC app or online. Find out more: www.gov.uk/understand-s... #HMRC #SelfAssessment #Tax
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Understand your Self Assessment tax bill
Understand your Self Assessment tax bill - your tax calculation, statement, balancing payments, payments on account.
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Don’t miss the HMRC Self Assessment deadline! ⏰📢 Your second Payment on Account is due by 31 July at 11:59 pm. Paying on time helps you avoid interest and keeps you on track with your tax obligations. Find more: www.gov.uk/understand-s... #hmrc #selfassessment
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
Know your rights on fair pay. Employers must pay at least the National Minimum Wage—it’s the law. Think you’re being underpaid? ✅ Speak to your employer ✅ Report it to HMRC if it’s not resolved ✅ Get help from Citizens Advice East Lancashire Check the latest rates: www.gov.uk/national-min... #uk
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
💙 Celebrating our East Lancashire heroes this #VolunteersWeek! Every year, Citizens Advice helps millions, but our local impact only happens because of our incredible volunteers. Thank you for giving your time & skills to support our community. You are the heart of our team! 🙌 #CitizensAdvice
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 31/05/2026
⚠️ Watch out for HMRC scams! Fraudsters may contact you by text, email or phone claiming you’re owed a refund or owe tax. HMRC won’t ask for personal or financial details by text or email, or pressure you to act fast. Got a suspicious message? Don’t respond—report it instead 📢 Learn more below 👇🏻
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
Your UK State Pension is worth checking 👍 You can quickly check online to see: • how much you could get • when you can claim it • if you can improve it A few minutes now could help your future retirement 😊 Check your State Pension forecast here: www.gov.uk/check-state-... #StatePension #Pension
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Were you born between 1 Sep 2002 and 2 Jan 2011? Check if you have forgotten savings in a Child Trust Fund account- worth around £2000 on average. ✍️ Visit GOV.uk and search 'Child Trust Fund' to find out more! 📲 www.gov.uk/child-trust-... #uk #money #savings #hmrc #news
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Child Trust Fund
Child Trust Fund accounts - find a lost account, how to make payments, managing the account
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 25/05/2026
Do you have a child born between 1 September 2002 and 2 January 2011? They could have savings sitting in a Child Trust Fund account – worth around £2,000 on average. ✍️ Visit GOV.UK and search “Child Trust Fund” Find more👉🏻 www.gov.uk/child-trust-... #UK #Money #Savings #News #HMRC
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
🚨 CHILD BENEFITS UPDATE 🚨 📢 Child Benefit payments may arrive earlier than usual because of the upcoming May bank holiday. Check for more details here ⬇️ www.gov.uk/child-benefi... For more updates and news, follow our page ✅ #childbenefit #hmrc #update #uk #news #trending #benefits
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is here. 📢 If your total income from property and self-employment exceeds £50,000, you must keep digital records and submit quarterly updates. 💷 Check if Making Tax Digital applies to you and sign up today. ⬇️ www.gov.uk/government/c... #UK #Tax #HMRC
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Making Tax Digital for Income Tax - HMRC guide
Get ready for the new way to record and report income to HMRC for sole traders and landlords.
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is here. 🔔 If your combined turnover from property and self-employment is £50,000 or more than £50,000, you’ll need to start keeping digital records and send quarterly updates makingtaxdigital.campaign.gov.uk?&utm_source=... #MakingTaxDigital #Tax #HMRC #Money
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is here. 📢 If your total income from property and self-employment exceeds £50,000, you must keep digital records and submit quarterly updates. 💷 Check if Making Tax Digital applies to you and sign up today. ⬇️ www.gov.uk/government/c... #UK #Tax #HMRC
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Making Tax Digital for Income Tax - HMRC guide
Get ready for the new way to record and report income to HMRC for sole traders and landlords.
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Wanna know if you’ve got money you don’t even know about? 💷👀 Check if you have forgotten savings in a Child Trust Fund account—worth around £2000 on average! ✍️ Find more here: www.gov.uk/child-trust-... #ChildTrustFund #Savings #Money #UK #HMRC #SavingsAccount
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Child Trust Fund
Child Trust Fund accounts - find a lost account, how to make payments, managing the account
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Do you have a child born between 1 September 2002 and 2 January 2011? They could have savings sitting in a Child Trust Fund account – worth around £2,000 on average. 👉🏻 Find more here: www.gov.uk/child-trust-... #HMRC #ChildTrustFund #Savings #Money #New #News
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is here. 📢 If your combined turnover from property and self-employment is more than £50,000, you’ll need to start keeping digital records and send quarterly updates (first deadline is 7 August). Learn more 👇🏻 makingtaxdigital.campaign.gov.uk?&utm_source=...
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
National Minimum Wage increased on 1st April 💷 If you notice a mistake on your payslip and have been paid less than the National Minimum Wage in the UK, start by speaking with your HR, manager, or employer — it could be a simple error. Check the new rates here: www.gov.uk/national-min... #uk
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National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates
The National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates: age, apprentices, previous years.
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
National Minimum Wage increased on 1st April 💷 If you notice a mistake on your payslip and have been paid less than the National Minimum Wage in the UK, start by speaking with your HR, manager, or employer — it could be a simple error. Check the new rates: www.gov.uk/national-min... #uk
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National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates
The National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rates: age, apprentices, previous years.
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
📢 Making Tax Digital for Income Tax – Now Live From 6 April 2026 (Today), MTD for Income Tax is in effect for sole traders and landlords earning over £50,000. 🔍 What you need to do: • Keep digital records • Submit quarterly updates • Declaration due 31 January 👇🏻
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
The weather in the UK is lovely today — perfect for making the most of it! ☀️ Energy Saving Tip! ⚡️ Drying your clothes on a line or clothes rack is always the more eco-friendly and budget-friendly option. Cutting out the tumble dryer could save you money each year… and every little helps! 👇🏻
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
Did you know the National Minimum Wage is increasing from tomorrow? 📢 Make sure to check your payslip to ensure you’re being paid the correct amount! Employers must pay at least the legal minimum wage. ✅ Check the new rates here: 👉🏻 www.gov.uk/national-min... #UK #MinimumWage #UKnews #HMRC
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
Do you have a child born between 1 Sept 2002 and 2 Jan 2011? They could have around £2,000 in a Child Trust Fund. Search “Child Trust Fund” on GOV.UK to check if they have an account and find out how your child can claim it at 18. Find more here: www.gov.uk/child-trust-... #UK #News #HMRC #Money
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
📢 Making Tax Digital for Income Tax – Key Update From 6 April 2026, HMRC is introducing Making Tax Digital for Income Tax for sole traders and landlords. LEARN MORE 👉🏻 www.gov.uk/government/c... #hmrc #makingtaxdigital #uk #news #tax #citizensadvice Read more below 👇🏻
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
🚨 UK pay update 🚨 From 1 April 2026, the National Minimum Wage & National Living Wage are going up 💷 Make sure you check your payslip and get what you’re owed — mistakes do happen! Stay sharp. Stay paid. ✔️ www.gov.uk/government/p... #uk #uknews #wage #monimumwage
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Minimum wage rates for 2026
This page sets out the Low Pay Commission's advice to the Government on National Minimum Wage rates for April 2026.
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
Do you have a child born between 1 Sept 2002 and 2 Jan 2011? They could have around £2,000 in a Child Trust Fund. Search “Child Trust Fund” on GOV.UK to check if they have an account and find out how your child can claim it at 18. Find more here: www.gov.uk/child-trust-... #UK #News #HMRC
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Child Trust Fund
Child Trust Fund accounts - find a lost account, how to make payments, managing the account
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Did you know the National Minimum Wage is going up in April? 📈 Check your payslip to make sure you’re being paid correctly – it’s the law. If you think you’re underpaid: • Speak to your employer • Report to HMRC • Get help from Citizens Advice East Lancashire New rates👇🏻 www.gov.uk/national-min...
Did you know the National Minimum Wage is going up in April? 📈

Check your payslip to make sure you’re being paid correctly – it’s the law.
If you think you’re underpaid:
• Speak to your employer
• Report to HMRC
• Get help from Citizens Advice East Lancashire
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
Generalist Drop-in Session in Burnley Tomorrow! 🆕 We’re at the Ellie Centre, Burnley Campus this Thursday for our drop-in session. 🙂 📅 Thursdays ⏰ 10:30am – 1:30pm 📍 Ellie Centre, Burnley Campus, Barden Lane, Burnley, BB10 1JD Pop in for a chat and get the help you need ✅ #Burnley #UK #Lancashire
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
Did you know the National Minimum Wage is going up in April? 📈 Check your payslip to make sure you’re being paid correctly – it’s the law. If you think you’re underpaid: • Speak to your employer • Report to HMRC • Get help from Citizens Advice East Lancashire More 👉🏻 www.gov.uk/national-min...
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
‼️ Do you have a child born between 1 Sept 2002 and 2 Jan 2011? They could have around £2,000 in a Child Trust Fund. Search “Child Trust Fund” on GOV.UK to check if they have an account and find out how your child can claim it at 18. Find more here: www.gov.uk/child-trust-... #UK #News #HMRC
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Child Trust Fund
Child Trust Fund accounts - find a lost account, how to make payments, managing the account
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 22/02/2026
🚨 Watch out for HMRC scams! 🚨 Fraudsters may text, email or call claiming: • You’re owed a tax refund • You owe tax ⚠️ HMRC will never ask for personal or bank details by text/email or pressure you to act fast. Learn more here: www.gov.uk/government/p... #uk #hmrc #scams #citizensadvice
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
We have a Debt Drop-In session in Burnley tomorrow. ⏰ From 9am to 12pm 📍 Calico Building, Centenary Way, Croft St, Burnley BB11 2ED 🤝 Free & confidential debt advice 🚶‍♀️ No appointment needed — just drop in! #Burnley #Debt #DropIn #FreeAdvice #DebtSupport #DebtFree
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
🎙 Episode 2 of Advice Avenue is live! We’re breaking down financial help for parents in the UK — maternity & paternity pay, Child Benefit, Tax-Free Childcare and more. Watch here 👉🏻 youtu.be/mCaWtLQW1tE?... #AdviceAvenue #CitizensAdvice #UKParents #ChildBenefit #Childcare #UK
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Financial Help for Parents in the UK: Maternity Pay, Child Benefits & More | Advice Avenue Ep. 2
YouTube video by Citizens Advice East Lancashire
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Citizens Advice East Lancashire @citizensadviceel.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
Self Assessment update❗️ The 2026 deadline has now passed, and 91.09% of Self Assessment returns were submitted on time – around 11.48 million people! 👏 If you missed the deadline, it’s best to file your return and make payment as soon as possible! Search “Self Assessment” on GOV.UK. #GOVUK #UK
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