Free independent help and advice
If you’re worrying about money, don’t hesitate to ask for help. Get free, independent advice from friendly organisations and charities. Your government is also there to support you.
Let’s find the right support for you
Use this tool to find the right help and advice for your current situation.
Government support
Your national government offers guidance on a range of benefits and housing options that you may be able to apply for.
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There is free independent support and advice funded by the Welsh government. This includes help with employment, transport and housing.
Your government also offers lots of help with the rising cost of living. This includes support with energy bills, childcare costs and debt.
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There is free independent support and advice funded by the Scottish government. This includes help with benefits, social care and housing.
Your government also offers lots of help with the rising cost of living. This includes support with energy bills, childcare costs and travel costs.
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The Finance Support Service supports people who live in Northern Ireland and need short-term financial help.
Your government offers lots of help with the rising cost of living. This includes support with energy bills, health costs and income support.

If you find yourself in financial difficulties and on a low income, you can get help and advice from your government and local councils. This includes help with heating, housing and other living costs.
Your government also offers lots of help with the rising cost of living. This includes support with energy bills, childcare costs and transport costs.
More support
Remember, we’ll never get in touch to ask you to move money to another account, for your banking details or to take control of a computer. The organisations listed on this page won’t do this either.