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🎙️ As part of #TalkMoneyWeek, on 6 Nov at 13.00 hear Sam at Ygam share his powerful story of gambling harm starting at age 16. Learn the signs and #StartTheConversation.
🧠 Trigger Warning: Includes discussion of suicide, gambling products & mental health
Register www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/talk-money...
Talk Money Week: From Harm to Hope - A Journey Through Gambling Recovery
A dedicated programme of online events for Money Guiders exploring key money topics, practitioner wellbeing, and the power of conversations.
www.eventbrite.co.uk
November 3, 2025 at 10:43 AM
Next Monday, join experts from government-backed MoneyHelper to explore how the menopause can affect pension planning — and the key considerations and support available for those navigating this stage of life.

💻 3 Nov | 11am - 12pm
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#StartTheConversation #TalkMoney #moneyguidance
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October 29, 2025 at 4:52 PM
💻 The Power of a Debt Conversation - 4 Nov 13:30-14:30
Debt is still a tricky topic – and stigma makes it harder for people to ask for help. Learn from the insights and best practice of Money Wellness as they explore what it really means to start conversations about debt.
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October 28, 2025 at 2:25 PM
📊 Only 36% of UK adults feel confident managing their money.

Confidence grows when we talk to each other and break down the taboo.

❗Limited tickets left: eventbrite.co.uk/e/talk-money... #MoneyGuiders #StartTheConversation #TalkMoney
Talk Money Week: How to Have Productive Money Conversations
Learn about GROW; a money coaching model that provides a powerful framework for Money Guiders to have productive conversations with clients.
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October 28, 2025 at 12:23 PM
Join us on Mon 3 Nov as we hear from experts from government-backed @MoneyHelperUK to explore how the menopause can affect pension planning and the support available for those going through it.
💻 3 Nov 11am - 12pm
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#TalkMoney #StartTheConversation #pensions
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October 27, 2025 at 4:45 PM
1 WEEK TO GO: Talk Money Week 2025
Time to #StartTheConversation about money. 81% of UK adults avoid it — but talking helps build confidence, reduce stress & support customers. maps.org.uk/talk-money-w... #TalkMoney #MoneyGuiders
Talk Money Week | Money and Pensions Service
Every November, we lead Talk Money Week to encourage people to open up about their finances. Discover how to get your organisation involved.
maps.org.uk
October 27, 2025 at 4:29 PM
Join our free Wellbeing session for money guiders on 15 October to learn and apply simple and effective stress management and Mindfulness based tools that can reduce pressure and build resilience!
Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wellbeing-...
Wellbeing Sessions for Money Guidance Practitioners
A free series of online, support and connection sessions for those offering money guidance in frontline services.
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October 9, 2025 at 1:36 PM
There are so many advantages to being a part of the Money Guiders' community - Magdalena from Northern Community Bank shared with the Money and Pensions Service why she and her colleagues are involved: maps.org.uk/en/media-cen...
Money Guiders: Case study with Northern Community Bank | Money and Pensions Service
Our Money Guiders programme is designed for the not-for-profit, public service and public benefit sectors across the UK’s four nations. Here, Senior Compliance Manager Magdalena Niemczyk shares her ex...
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October 2, 2025 at 1:41 PM
If you're joining us in Halifax on Thursday and posting as you do so, join us in using the hashtag #CostofLivingCalderdale to connect with us and with others at the event - looking forward to seeing you there!
September 16, 2025 at 2:24 PM
In Pensions Awareness Week: Pensions myths vs facts - get the truth www.moneyhelper.org.uk/en/blog/reti...
Pension myths vs. facts: get the truth | MoneyHelper
Don't let pension myths hold you back! Get the facts on pension savings, retirement income, and more. Learn how to take control of your retirement savings with our blog.
www.moneyhelper.org.uk
September 16, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Becoming a student for the first time can be challenging, especially when it comes to managing finances and #FinancialWellbeing

Join us as we explore the debt landscape for students and young people.

Find out more and register:

📅 Tuesday 2 September
🕙 11:00 - 12:00 BST
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Spotlight on Student Debt
An introduction into the financial landscape facing students and young people today.
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August 26, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Join us at our free digital event on 11 Sept as we hear from Radha Chauhan of Machins Solicitors who will give us the lowdown on an introduction to estate planning - so you can better support money guidance clients who are preparing for later life. Registration: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/an-introdu...
An introduction to estate planning
An overview of the fundamental elements to consider when estate planning
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August 21, 2025 at 7:03 AM
Happy Birthday! 35 different birthday freebies are logged by Which? for you or for your clients (most will require sign up to some account or other) www.which.co.uk/news/article...?
Is it your birthday? Celebrate with 35 freebies and discounts - Which?
From free birthday cake and cocktails to beauty treats and fashion discounts – see how to make the most of these offers while saving money
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August 20, 2025 at 9:09 AM
Here is a quick guide with ideas of suggestions to help graduates stay on top of their finances www.theguardian.com/money/2025/a...
Just graduated? How to pass the test on your finances with honours
From checking overdraft terms with your bank, to wrapping up household bills … and don’t forget the discount schemes
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August 13, 2025 at 7:04 AM
Further evidence that people money guiders help are facing really difficult circumstances:
resolutionfoundation.org Resolution Foundation @resolutionfoundation.org · Aug 12
Low-to-middle income families have been experiencing a 'comfort crunch', as they now spend more of their budgets on essentials, especially energy and food.

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Poorer families in Britain are spending more of their income on essentials The poorest half of working-age households now spend 49% of their non-housing budgets on essentials like food, utility bills, clothing, childcare, and transport, up from 42% in 2002. Meanwhile richer households now spend 41% of their budgets on essentials, up from 37% in 2002. This cost increase comes despite many essentials falling in price. The cost of clothes has fallen by 37% in real terms since before the financial crisis. Fuel is cheaper in real terms today than it was in 2002. While the recent surge in ‘cheapflation’ on low-cost groceries increased rates of food insecurity, food prices are still 11% lower than the OECD average. But energy costs have skyrocketed. Between 2000 and 2019, the cost of gas and electricity doubled in real terms. These costs shot up further between 2019 and 2023, with annual bills rising from £1,200 to £2,051. While energy prices have come down from the 2023 peak, total household energy debt has more than doubled, from £1.6 billion in Q4 2019 to £3.9 billion in Q4 2024. A social tariff could help struggling families with energy bills. Offering a 10% tariff discount to the poorest two-fifths of households in England and Wales would cost £1.6 billion. This the same as the expected cost of the re-introduce Winter Fuel Payments, but better targeted at those who need help the most.
August 12, 2025 at 1:14 PM
on Tuesday 2 Sept at 11.00 we have a free session on money guidance for students. Everything you need to know will be addressed by our speaker from Blackbullion. Sign up here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1451853415...
Spotlight on Student Debt
An introduction into the financial landscape facing students and young people today.
www.eventbrite.co.uk
August 12, 2025 at 10:58 AM
We now have 90 people registered for our event on 18 Sept in Halifax with #MoneyMinded @goodthingsfdn.bsky.social #MoneyandPensionsService plus we have a marketplace (sign up details in the Eventbrite). People registered from Halifax (of course!), Leeds, Bradford, Manchester and more. Join us!
 Community network @communitynetwork.bsky.social · Jul 16
Join us on 18 September live in HALIFAX as we tackle financial and digital vulnerability and find usable solutions that money guiders can put into practice right away! We will hear from #moneyminded + @goodthingsfdn.bsky.social + #moneyandpensionsservice + more www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1469991838...
From Financial & Digital Vulnerability to Inclusion
Discover the challenges and some of the solutions of helping people who are struggling
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August 7, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Join us on 18 September live in HALIFAX as we tackle financial and digital vulnerability and find usable solutions that money guiders can put into practice right away! We will hear from #moneyminded + @goodthingsfdn.bsky.social + #moneyandpensionsservice + more www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1469991838...
From Financial & Digital Vulnerability to Inclusion
Discover the challenges and some of the solutions of helping people who are struggling
www.eventbrite.co.uk
July 16, 2025 at 11:36 AM
On 2 September we will be turning our attention to support for students in money guidance. Our speaker will be from Blackbullion. Registration here www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1451853415...
Spotlight on Student Debt
An introduction into the financial landscape facing students and young people today.
www.eventbrite.co.uk
July 10, 2025 at 9:19 AM
would you like to help the Bank of England with the direction of design of new bank notes? If so, you can join in with the consultation here: www.bankofengland.co.uk/banknotes/he...
Help us design our next series of banknotes
Share your views by nominating a theme before 31 July – it takes less than two minutes.
www.bankofengland.co.uk
July 3, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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This is an actual #scam text received by one of our staff here at Citizens Advice. The person it was sent to has no outstanding parking tickets. If you receive one do not click the link - just delete!
July 2, 2025 at 9:21 AM
Get ready for a free UK money guiders session on Thursday 10 July 10.00 - A Beginners Guide to Insurance: Protecting People from Financial Shocks. Learn how to have informed conversations with clients about insurance: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1383899764...
A Beginners Guide to Insurance: Protecting People from Financial Shocks
Learn how to have conversations with clients about insurance, what’s worth considering and how it can protect against financial shocks.
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July 2, 2025 at 9:48 AM
Join us at 10.00 on 29 July to learn how we, and the people we support, could become more financially fit. Plus, we will hear about the connection to other kinds of fitness. Registration here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-to-be-...
How To Be Financially Fit
An exploration into what it really means to be money fit, including the connection between financial and physical wellbeing.
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June 18, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Our session on Lasting Power of Attorney with Machins Solicitors attracted over 80 participants and they scored the event a 100% satisfaction rating. Huge thanks to Radha and Machins Solicitors LLP for such an informative session for money guiders!
it wasn't a subject I knew much about, but I feel like I have gained a lot of knowledge from today - participant at our lasting power of attorney session with Machins Solicitors, May 2025 - the event scored 100% satisfaction rating with 71 evaluations. Money Guiders England Network.
May 15, 2025 at 2:38 PM
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Our 2025-26 ‘Looking after someone’ guide is now available.

The guide outlines your rights as a carer and gives an overview of the practical and financial support available.

Download the guide for your UK nation: www.carersuk.org/help-and-adv...
Cover of Carers UK's Looking after someone guide
May 13, 2025 at 11:18 AM