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Wishing you a Merry Christmas from us all here at Citizens Advice Plymouth 🎄✨

We'll see you all in the New Year!

#Christmas #Plymouth #NewYear2026
December 25, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Looking for an opportunity where you can make a difference in the #NewYear? Our Telephone Debt Adviser role could be the one for you!

Perks include hybrid working & 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays & extra time at Christmas🎄

More info https://tinyurl.com/5ct4dpr9

#Plymouth
December 24, 2025 at 10:01 AM
We've been getting into the Christmas spirit with some festive charades!

Can you guess the festive films based on the clues from our office elves? 🤔

#ElfOnTheShelf2025 #WeAreCitizensAdvice #Plymouth
December 23, 2025 at 10:00 AM
If you're affected by a loved one's gambling, #Christmas can be a time of additional worry rather than a celebration.

Don't forget that support is available - for you & for them.
Read our newest #BlogPost to find out more ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/46m63x5e

#GamblingHarm #GamblingAwareness #Plymouth
December 22, 2025 at 10:00 AM
You will still be able to get #advice on debt, consumer issues like energy & post, & making a Universal Credit claim from our national lines over the festive period.

Find out what days & times you can get help by telephone, webchat or the Relay UK text app ➡️https://tinyurl.com/3btr72au

#Plymouth

December 19, 2025 at 2:02 PM
It was lovely to attend the Grand Menorah Lighting in the city centre on Wednesday evening.

Thank you to the Plymouth Jewish Community CIC for a moving & uplifting #celebration.

Happy #Hanukkah to all those who are celebrating ✨

#Chanukah #Plymouth #CommunityMatters
December 19, 2025 at 10:05 AM
🎅 Christmas Opening Hours 2025🎄

👱‍♀️ Our Information Centre at Cobourg House will close at 3pm on Friday 19th December & re-open at 9.30am on Monday 5th January.

📞 Our telephone service will close at midday on Tuesday 24th December & re-open at 9.30am on Monday 5th January.
December 18, 2025 at 9:15 AM
Christmas present delivery gone missing? 📦

If your order hasn’t been delivered to the location you agreed, it's the seller's legal responsibility to sort out the issue.

Our #advice ⤵️
https://bit.ly/4lkuytX

#ConsumerRights #ChristmasShopping2025 #Plymouth
December 17, 2025 at 10:00 AM
🚄 Has your train journey been delayed or cancelled?

You might be able to get a refund or compensation.

Check what you’re entitled to ⤵️
https://bit.ly/4pDNiX5

#ConsumerRights #ChristmasTravelTips #Advice #RailDelays #Plymouth
December 15, 2025 at 2:02 PM
📣 New opportunities to join our team! 📣
Could you be one of our new Telephone Debt Advisers?

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real difference to people's lives, this might be the opportunity for you.
December 12, 2025 at 10:36 AM
You can apply for a disabled person’s bus pass or railcard if you have a condition that makes it hard to get around.

People with learning disabilities can apply too.

Find out more on our website ⤵️
https://bit.ly/44QiT0q

#AdviceInPlymouth #Plymouth #MoneySavingTips #DisabledPersonsRailcard
December 11, 2025 at 5:30 PM
You have the right to take time off work in certain circumstances - these are called 'statutory rights'.

This time off might be paid leave or unpaid leave.

Check your work rights ⤵️
https://bit.ly/455NZQb

#EmploymentRights #EmploymentLaw #Advice #Plymouth
December 10, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Thinking about using Buy Now, Pay Later for some of your Christmas costs? 🛒🎄

Check out our latest blog post to find out what you need to know first🧑‍💻https://tinyurl.com/2unej983

#BuyNowPayLater #Christmas2025 #ChristmasBudgetingTips #AdviceInPlymouth #PlymouthAdviceBlog #ConsumerAdvice #Plymouth
December 9, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Our adviceline on 0808 278 7910 will be closing early next Tuesday 9th December ☎️

The service will close at 1.30pm for the afternoon, for a team get together.

The team will be back as normal on Wednesday at 9.30am and ready to help.

#Plymouth #News #Updates
December 5, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Reviewing your subscriptions?

You can stop unwanted 'continuous payments', like for a gym or magazine, by contacting your bank or card issuer directly.

Find out more ⤵️
https://bit.ly/4pDPU7m

#AdviceInPlymouth #Plymouth #SubscriptionPayments
December 4, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Are you facing damp problems in your home?
It’s your landlord’s responsibility to find out the cause.

What you need to know ⤵️
https://bit.ly/3X2JzWN

Looking for #EasyRead #Advice? Check out our booklet
https://tinyurl.com/ysjzmpsp

#HousingDisrepair #RentersRights #Plymouth
December 2, 2025 at 12:45 PM
We're delighted to share that we'll be speaking at the next #CADataInsights event!

This month's event will focus on what the recent #AutumnBudget really means for households & families across the UK.
Turning the Tide or Treading Water? Living Standards After the Budget
After the government’s key announcements and the recent Autumn Budget, we’ll explore what those decisions mean for households and families.
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December 2, 2025 at 11:44 AM
💡 Do you know which electrical appliances use the most energy?

Try our online calculator to compare the cost of different appliances, understand your usage & see where you could save money on your bills.

Try it here ➡️ https://bit.ly/46f330e

#EnergySavingTips #FuelPovertyAwarenessDay #Plymouth
November 28, 2025 at 12:00 PM
⚡ Worried about rising energy costs? Reset Energy Advice can help.

✅ Free, impartial guidance
✅ Tips to cut bills
✅ Support to manage payments

📞 Call 0800 995 6890
🌐 Visit resetenergyadvice.org.uk

#FuelPovertyAwarenessDay #EnergyBillsSupport #Advice #Plymouth
November 27, 2025 at 11:00 AM
The chilly weather officially here ❄️🥶

💡Our newest #blog brings together some top tips to help you manage your energy costs - read it here: tinyurl.com/yp7xfw3z

⤵️
November 26, 2025 at 10:33 AM
📞 Important update 📞

The opening hours for our telephone service on 0808 278 7910 are changing. From 1st December, the new hours will be:

Monday: 9.30am - 4.30pm
Tuesday: 9.30am - 4.30pm
Wednesday: 9.30am - 4.30pm
Thursday: 9.30am - 4.30pm
Friday: 9.30am - 4pm

#Plymouth
November 25, 2025 at 1:01 PM
You can only be evicted if your landlord has followed the proper steps ⚖️

❗They must give you a valid eviction notice.

Our advice can help ⤵️
https://bit.ly/3LiBUB4

#HousingAdvice #EvictionsExplained #AdviceInPlymouth #Plymouth
November 21, 2025 at 11:00 AM
This #CarersRightsDay we're sharing more about what rights you're entitled to 💙

From flexible working to financial support - make sure you know exactly what help is available to you.

Find out more⤵️
https://bit.ly/47FEJ80

#SupportForCarers #AdviceInPlymouth #Plymouth
November 20, 2025 at 10:00 AM
#UniversalCredit is changing for everyone from April 2026.

The ‘standard allowance' is increasing & you might be affected if you get additional payment for long-term health conditions or a disability.

Find out more ⤵️
https://bit.ly/4hWlJpj

#UniversalCreditChanges #Advice #Plymouth
November 19, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Check if you’re eligible for the #NHSLowIncomeScheme 🩺💊

If you claim Universal Credit, you may be able to get help NHS #HealthCosts like prescriptions, dental treatment, eye tests, & travel to hospital appointments.

➡️ https://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/check-if-youre-eligible-help

#Advice #Plymouth
November 18, 2025 at 12:56 PM