Citizens Advice Cardiff and Vale
Citizens Advice Cardiff and Vale

2022

Cost Of Living Crisis: Winter Guide for the Private Rented Sector

12/12/2022|Advice, News|

As the cost of living crisis continues to put high financial pressure on households across the UK, thousands of people are seeking for ways to save money and stay warm this winter. Although we may not have control over the rising cost of living, we are here to help you in any way that we can, receive help and advice with the cost of living crisis here. There are several things that you can do to stay warm, and reduce costs this winter: Consider A Heated Blanket As the cold evenings begin, thousands of households are trying to limit energy use

The Cost of Living Crisis: January 2023 Event

18/11/2022|Events, News, Research & Campaigns|

The Cost of Living Crisis Citizens Advice South East Wales invites you to find out how the crisis is affecting people here in South East Wales, and to hear our clients' stories 0930-1330 on Friday 20th January 2023 Holiday Inn, Castle Street, Cardiff Keynote speakers to be announced in December Argyfwng Costau Byw Mae Cyngor ar Bopeth De Ddwyrain Cymru yn eich gwahodd i ffeindio allan sut mae'r argyfwng yn effeithio ar bobl yma yn Ne Ddwyrain Cymru, ac i glywed straeon ein cleientiaid 0930-1330 Dydd Gwener 20fed Ionawr

Top Tips To Avoid Getting Into Debt This Christmas

09/11/2022|Advice, News|

Christmas can be a very expensive time of year and there is a lot of pressure to purchase a huge amount of food and presents. While the festive season is a time of celebration, Christmas spending can cause financial pressure and difficulties for millions of individuals across the UK. It is always best to avoid getting into debt for Christmas, therefore we present to you our top tips to stay out of debt this festive season.   Plan your budget and stick to it To create a Christmas budget, you should review your bank statements and compile a list of your monthly expenses. This

What You Can Do To Reduce Your Energy Bills This Winter

20/10/2022|Advice, News|

As winter approaches, it is important to use energy to stay warm, safe, and healthy, yet doing so may significantly increase your energy bills. However, there are simple adjustments that you can make to your daily routine that can have a significant impact on your energy costs. Here you can discover how to be more energy efficient and save money on your energy bill this winter!   Smart devices Smart meters and smart thermostats give you more control over how much energy you use. They can help you keep track of how much energy you consume and how much it’s costing you. From

The Cost Of Living Crisis: Survival Guide for the Private Rented Sector

27/09/2022|Advice, News|

Households across the UK are having a hard time keeping up with living expenses, due to the rising cost of living, but here at Citizens Advice we are here to help. Individuals are facing an uncomfortable series of price increases that will significantly affect their monthly expenses. For many people a cost of living issue is nothing new, but more families are feeling the pressure now, and those who are already struggling financially are being impacted more severely. Due to rising energy and fuel prices as well as grocery prices, consumers in the UK are seeing a decrease in disposable income. It

Citizens Advice at Pride Cymru 2022

06/09/2022|News|

Citizens Advice Cardiff & Vale were delighted to take part in Pride Cymru 2022. A mix of team leaders, caseworkers and advisers manned the stall and enjoyed the event, in partnership with staff from Citizens Advice elsewhere in South East Wales. Here's what some of them had to say: Wow! What a great day, the atmosphere was brilliant, the sun was shining and the colours of the outfits people were wearing were amazing. Pride has always been important for myself and my family. Pride is ALWAYS a party.

How To Save Money On Your Energy Bill This Summer – Top Tips for Renters

09/08/2022|Advice, News|

Saving energy in our houses is ideal throughout the summer. During the summer months we tend to be less reliant on home appliances and spend less time inside. As a result, there are more opportunities to save money and build credit in preparation for the winter. It is important to be energy efficient all year long, but in this article you will find advice on how to save energy specifically in the summer. Here are some tips for keeping a little extra money in your pocket this summer! Unplug any standby appliances You waste energy by leaving your appliances on

Advice Column – Problems at Airports

18/07/2022|Advice|

I’m due to fly to Spain during the school summer holidays. After hearing about all the problems at airports, I’m really worried. My family have been looking forward to this and it’s cost us a lot of money. What do we do if our flight is cancelled or delayed?

Summer Saving Tips for Renters

06/07/2022|News|

Many households across Britain continue to face the cost of living crisis. UK households are facing more financial pressure to meet their demands, which makes it harder to put money aside for the summer. However, there are some simple things that you can do to help save some money! Take a look at these easy summer saving tips for renters that will help you save money and still have a good time this summer! Take advantage of the great outdoors Turn off the TV and try spending more time outside as the days grow longer. You could take a walk,

Moving House Checklist: Advice for Renters Changing Home

09/05/2022|Advice, News|

Moving from one property to another can be a very stressful time, and there are different factors to consider depending on your situation. For renters, this is no exception. You know there’s paperwork to sort out and boxes to back, but what else do you need to worry about? Here’s your moving house checklist, with everything you need to consider when changing rental properties. Moving House Checklist: Before you move Check your current tenancy agreement Before you even consider moving house, make sure that you check your current Tenancy Agreement. Tenancy Agreements can have minimum tenancy terms, which is a

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