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Useful contacts
MoneyHelper
You can use the MoneyHelper website to find a debt adviser near you and gain advice on other debt matters. Webchat is available at the website, Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm Saturday, 8am to 3pm. WhatsApp us with questions about debt, borrowing and pensions on 07701342744.
Address - 120 Holborn, London EC1N 2TD
Telephone - 0800 138 7777
(Monday to Friday (8 a.m. to 6 p.m.) The line is closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and bank holidays)Turn2us
National charity that helps people in financial hardship gain access to welfare benefits, charitable grants and support services.
Address - 200 Shepherds Bush Road, London W6 7NL
Telephone - 0808 802 2000
Free Helpline: for those who find it challenging to go online(09:00 – 17:30 Monday - Friday)
Citizens Advice
Citizens Advice is a network of 316 independent charities throughout the United Kingdom that give free, confidential information and advice to assist people with money, legal, consumer and other problems. Web chat available on website.
Telephone - 0800 144 8848
Same as costs calling 01 or 02 for landlineUniversal Credit Helpline
Universal Credit is a payment to help with your living costs. It’s paid monthly - or twice a month for some people in Scotland. You may be able to get it if you’re on a low income or out of work. Whether you can claim Universal Credit depends on where you live and your circumstances.
Telephone - 0800 328 5644 Textphone: 0800 328 1344
(Monday – Friday 8am – 6pm)Tax Credit Helpline
Address - Tax Credit Office, HM Revenue and Customs, BX9 1LR, United Kingdom
Telephone - 0345 300 3900, Textphone: 0345 300 3909
Up to 9p per minute for landlines, 3p – 55p per minute for mobiles(The helpline is open 8am-8pm, Mondays to Fridays, 8am-4pm on Saturdays and 9am -5pm on Sundays (closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day).)
Health Assessment Advisory Service
The health assessment advisory service arranges and carries out assessment for DWP.
Address - Customer Relations Team Health Assessment Advisory Service Room 4E04, Quarry House, Quarry Hill, Leeds LS2 7UA
Telephone - 0800 288 8777
(Mon – Fri 8am-8pm; Sat – 9am-5pm )