If you are having difficulty managing your debts, there are a number of national organisations that can provide impartial, free support and advice.
If you contact any of the organisations below, please let us know you are working with them, so we can provide you with some time to discuss your circumstances with your adviser and work out the best plan.
PayPlan offer comprehensive guidance on a wide range of practical, long term debt solutions as well as practical budgeting assistance.
A national charity working across the UK to lift people of all denominations out of debt and poverty.
StepChange Debt Remedy provides you with the expert advice, budget support and solutions to help you manage your debts.
Provides practical, reliable and confidential information on a wide range of issues, including benefits, housing, employment and legal issues.
Provides solutions and a structured approach to managing severe personal debt problems.
The UK’s largest support network of free, independent advice centres. Tel: 0300 777 0107 www.adviceuk.org.uk
National Debtline is a charity that provides free and independent advice over the phone and online.
Available 24 hours a day to provide confidential emotional support for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair. Tel: 08457 90 90 90 www.samaritans.org
Mind is a national organisation with branches in most towns and cities providing support to anyone experiencing mental health problems. The Mind information line is open 9am to 6pm Monday to Friday, please call 0300 123 3393 or email info@mind.org.uk
Cruse Bereavement Care are a not-for-profit organisation designed to provide people who have recently lost a loved one with information and support on grief and their legal duties following a death.
Refuge supports women and children who experience all forms of violence and abuse, with a 24 hour helpline.