If you are struggling with debt, there are a number of organisations that provide professional help and advice. These independent advice agencies can provide unbiased advice at no cost. Please see details below.
Citizens Advice – a network of charities that offers legal, money, consumer and other advice. Visit www.citizensadvice.org.uk, call 03 444 111444, or see someone in person at:
Debtline – offers free, confidential and independent advice to help people deal with their debt problems and regain control of their finances.
Freephone: 0808 808 4000
StepChange Debt Charity – a national charity (formerly the Consumer Credit Counselling Service, or CCCS) that provides free debt advice. They can provide a debt management plan (DMP) free of charge.
Freephone: 0800 138 1111
Money Advice Service – helps people manage their money. They do this directly through their own free and impartial advice service. The Money Advice Service also works in partnership with other organisations to help people make the most of their money. They are an independent service, set up by government.
Freephone: 0800 138 7777
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