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We are a small charity providing free, impartial, independent and confidential advice to all who need it in South Gloucestershire

We are the leading advice charity in South Gloucestershire providing free, impartial and confidential advice to anyone.

10/11/2026

TIP OF THE WEEK!

Do you want help with lowering your energy bills?

If so, come to our free webinar.

We'll give energy saving tips and cover lots of other energy subjects - such as:

* Bill support via the Warm Home Discount
* What the Priority Services Register is
* Grants available - e.g. for a new boiler
* And much more

The event is on Wednesday 9th December from 10am to 10.30am via Zoom.

Sign up via our Eventbrite page here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/save-money-on-your-energy-bills-with-citizens-advice-south-gloucestershire-tickets-2003453761131

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09/11/2026

Scams and fake ticket sites can ruin plans for gigs and events.

Protect yourself by sticking to official retailers, checking seller credentials, and avoiding sites selling tickets before their official release.

Read more about safe ticket buying by clicking on the link in our bio.
https://bit.ly/4yVIJeU

08/11/2026

If an employer withdraws a job offer before you start, you might be entitled to pay for your notice period if the employment contract had already started.

Read more about about claiming pay ⤵️
https://bit.ly/4zkXtEZ

07/11/2026

Managing the financial affairs of a loved one who has passed away can feel overwhelming.

Their estate is passed on according to their will or the legal rules of intestacy.

Read more about dealing with financial affairs ⤵️
https://bit.ly/4A4qbdi

06/11/2026

The old landline phone network will be switched off by January 2027.

It’s being replaced by a digital network that uses the internet to make phone calls.

Organisers have said that for many, the switchover will be straightforward.

But there are factors to bear in mind - especially if you have a personal alarm or other technology at home to keep you safe.

Our Weekly Round-Up has all you need to know: https://mailchi.mp/southgloscab.org.uk/landline-phone-switch-off-due-by-31st-jan

06/11/2026

We're back at Westerleigh Village Hall today from 1pm to 3pm.

This is the latest of our free advice drop-in sessions in Westerleigh & Coalpit Heath and Frampton Cotterell.

The session on the first Friday of the month is at Westerleigh Village Hall while all other Fridays are at the Brockeridge Cetre, Frampton Cotterell.

Please come to see us if you need help with an issue. We can help in a wide range of areas including (but not limited to) benefits, debt, housing, employment, relationship breakdown and cost of living.

Thank you to Westerleigh & Coalpit Health Parish Council and Frampton Cotterell Parish Council for jointly funding these sessions.

05/11/2026

📢Are you a parent or carer of a child or young person with SEND?

Join South Gloucestershire Council online on Tuesday 24th November, 7pm to 8.30pm, for an information session about the latest developments in SEND reform and what they could mean for children, young people and families in South Gloucestershire.

The event will explain:
• national SEND reforms
• South Gloucestershire's approved SEND Reform Plan
• how support for children and young people with SEND could develop in future plans to strengthen inclusion
• opportunities for ongoing engagement

This is the first in a series of events to help families stay informed and involved as plans progress.

Free to attend. Register for your place and you'll receive a Microsoft Teams joining link by email. A recording will also be available after the event.

👉Visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/send-reforms-online-information-session-for-parents-and-carers-tickets-2003409044382

03/11/2026

TIP OF THE WEEK!

Your local authority has a duty to take a homelessness application from you if they have a reason to believe you're homeless or threatened with homelessness.

https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/housing/homeless-help/homelessness/applying-for-homeless-help/check-if-you-can-apply-for-homeless-help/

02/11/2026

Depending on your income and who lives in your household, you could qualify for money off your council tax bill.

Support is available through single person discounts, low-income reductions, or local discretionary support.

https://bit.ly/3WcSPdD

01/11/2026

🚂 Train cancellations and delays can interrupt your plans, but you have rights when travel goes wrong.

You can get a full refund if a cancelled train stops you traveling, or partial compensation for arriving late.

Learn more about your travel rights ⤵️
https://bit.ly/4pDNiX5

Address

Unit 1 Badminton Court, Station Road
Yate
BS375HZ

Telephone

+441454334961

Website

http://www.southgloscab.org.uk/

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