News from Citizens Advice Southampton

As the end of 2024 draws near, we’d like to take this opportunity to thank you for all your support this year. In 2024 we’ve helped more than 6,000 local people to find a way forward. We’ve helped people to claim benefits they’re entitled to, including Universal Credit. We’ve supported people to help themselves out of debt; to […]

This Stress Awareness Day is a chance for us to understand more about stress and what we can do about it. So, what is stress? The stress response is a survival strategy to keep us safe. Humans have evolved this as a vital response to avoid being eaten by predators. When our brains sensed danger, […]

We are looking for a General Adviser/Trainee Advice Session Supervisor Hours: Between 20-30 hours per week Salary: up to £25,000 per year FTE before deductions depending on experience Contract type: Permanent Location: Primarily office based at Citizens Advice Southampton and outreaches around the city. Citizens Advice Southampton is a local charity providing free, independent, confidential […]

Citizens Advice Southampton is looking for a new Treasurer Our Treasurer is a vital member of our Board of Trustees; this is a voluntary position. Unremunerated but with reasonable expenses covered. Skills; we are looking for someone with a financial background who is interested in becoming our Treasurer Where; Southampton Time; on average 2-3 hours […]

What is pension credit? Pension Credit gives you extra money to help with your living costs if you’re over State Pension age and on a low income. Pension Credit can also help with housing costs such as ground rent or service charges. Why should I claim it? By claiming pension credit, you will usually be […]