North Bristol Advice Centre

01/05/2026

1st May - today’s the day! The biggest changes in a generation to renting in England just kicked in under the Renters’ Rights Act.

That means no more:
• Section 21 evictions
• Bidding wars on rent
• Fixed-term tenancies.

Whether you’re a renter or a landlord, make sure you know what this means for you.
Find out more: WE‑rent.org.uk

27/04/2026

At North Bristol Advice Centre, we are backing the WE Rent campaign - supporting renters and landlords across the West of England to understand the changes coming under the Renters’ Rights Act. Clear rights. Clear responsibilities. Make sure you know what it means for you! Find out more at we-rent.org.uk � Clear rights.

07/04/2026

The rules for universal credit have changed from 6 April 2026 so that it is possible to include all children in your household in your award (previously there was a two child limit). If you have three or more children, you may become entitled to the benefit for the first time, or if you are on universal credit already you may be due an increase (although this may not apply if you are subject to the benefit cap or have transitional protection in your award).

You can check your entitlement using one of the benefits calculators: https://www.gov.uk/benefits-calculators.

Find out what benefits you could get, how much you could get and how to claim

24/12/2025

Wishing everyone a joyful Christmas and a happy New Year!

Please note our holiday closure:

We will be closed from Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at 2:00 PM, and will reopen on Monday, January 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM.

We look forward to seeing you in the new year!

From the team at North Bristol Advice Centre

18/12/2025

Knowing the signs can help protect your loved ones. Loan sharks often operate
without proper paperwork and use threats to control their borrowers. Let’s
stay vigilant this festive season. If you think you or someone you know is
involved with a loan shark, contact today on 0300 555 2222

10/12/2025

Come and meet your local water and sewerage providers at Ambition Lawrence Weston!💧

Drop in for a chat if you have a query about your bill or services. Bristol Water and Wessex Water teams will be there to help.

Dates: 13 February, 17 April, and 29 May
🕙 Times: 10am–12pm and 1pm–2pm
📍 Location: Ambition Lawrence Weston

24/10/2025

Join BSWN, Housing Matters, and Bristol City Council for a series of drop-in sessions for Black and Minoritised council housing tenants! This event is for those who wish to engage with the Council and resolve queries around the following issues:

☑️ Anti-Social Behaviour
☑️ Damp and Mould
☑️ HomeChoice
☑️ Repairs & Maintenance
☑️ Welfare Rights and Money Advice Service (WRAMAS)

Register for our free event here, limited tickets available! https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/social-housing-drop-in-session-easton-eastville-tickets-1795133666119?aff=oddtdtcreator

24/10/2025

Very proud to be part of this innovative partnership

Ground-breaking sessions run by our Integrated Community Stroke Service have been helping people return to work after a stroke.
https://sirona-cic.org.uk/blog/2025/10/10/a-ground-breaking-group-in-bristol-is-helping-stroke-survivors-prepare-for-returning-to-work/

22/10/2025

Behind every piece of advice is a dedicated adviser.
This , we’re spotlighting the people who make advice services possible — and why we need a National Advice Workforce Strategy to ensure the next generation of advisers are ready to protect the future of advice services.