Financial support & advice

Citizens Advice is the UK's largest advice provider. Their network of charities offer free, confidential, and impartial advice (online, over the phone, and in person) on a range of issues, from debt to benefits and housing.

MoneyHelper is made up of three government-backed financial guidance providers (Money Advice Service, Pensions Advisory Service, and Pension Wise), and offers free and impartial advice on money and pensions.

Citizens Advice Scotland offers free, independent, confidential, and impartial advice on money-related topics for those living in Scotland.

Phone number: 0800 028 1456 (Monday to Friday from 9am until 5pm)

Business Debtline is a charity that gives free debt advice to small businesses and those who are self-employed.

Phone number: 0800 197 6026 (Monday to Friday from 9am until 8pm)

Advice Direct Scotland provides money and debt advice (for those living in Scotland).

Phone number: 0808 800 9060 (Monday to Friday from 9am until 5pm)
Email address: info@advice.scot

Illegal Money Lending Team provide free, independent advice and support about unauthorised lenders.

Phone number: 0300 555 2222 (24/7)
Email address: reportaloanshark@stoploansharks.gov.uk 

Turn2us is a charity that offers information and practical support to people facing financial insecurity, including helping people to gain access to welfare benefits and charitable grants.

Phone number: 0808 802 2000 (Monday to Friday from 9am until 5pm)

StepChange provides free, expert advice, solutions, and services to those struggling with debt.

Phone number: 0800 138 1111 (Monday to Friday from 8am until 8pm, and Saturday from 9am until 12pm)

Cruse is a bereavement charity that offers help to people who are grieving; ensuring they're supported during a painful time.

Phone number: 0808 808 1677 (Monday to Friday from 9:30am until 8pm)

Mind provides information, advice, and support to people experiencing mental health problems.

Phone Number: 0300 123 3393 (Monday to Friday from 9am until 6pm)