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Help & Support

Money pressure is real for a lot of families, and it can feel lonely trying to sort everything out on your own. This section pulls together clear, simple guides to help you find support when life gets a bit harder than expected.

Whether you need help with food, heating, children’s essentials or talking to suppliers, everything here is written in plain English, so you know exactly where you stand and what you can do next.

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I was sent a fake HMRC tax notice. Here’s how to spot the scam

by Naomi Willis · updated 8 January 2026

important letter on kitchen table

As the self assessment deadline gets closer, HMRC scams start doing the rounds again. Emails, texts and even letters that look official land on doormats and … [Read more...]

Side hustles and benefits in the UK: what you need to know

by Ricky Willis · updated 8 January 2026

A quiet UK high street with local shops, showing everyday life for people balancing benefits and small side hustles.

More people are doing side hustles just to make things a bit easier. Paid surveys in the evening. Mystery shopping while you are already out doing the food … [Read more...]

How to rebuild when life knocks you flat

by Ricky Willis · updated 6 January 2026

A cup of tea on a kitchen table in natural light, representing a quiet moment of pause after a life setback.

Sometimes life doesn’t give you a gentle nudge.It hits hard. A job loss.An illness.A breakup.A bill you weren’t expecting. One minute you’re getting on with … [Read more...]

Gift card scams: how to spot them and stay safe

by Ricky Willis · updated 22 December 2025

If you’re here because something feels off with a gift card you’ve bought, take a breath. You’re not daft, and you’re not alone. Gift card scams are rising … [Read more...]

This job email fooled people – here’s how to spot the signs

by Naomi Willis · updated 18 December 2025

Person checking a job offer email on a laptop at home

Why these job emails feel so convincing Some job offer emails feel good to receive. They use your name, mention skills you already have, and sound like … [Read more...]

Can’t afford food? What help is available right now in the UK

by Ricky Willis · updated 17 December 2025

A quiet kitchen table in natural light

If you can’t afford food right now, this page is for you. You don’t need to read every word. Start at the top, work your way down, and stop once you’ve got … [Read more...]

Can’t pay your bills? You’re not alone and help is available

by Ricky Willis · updated 16 December 2025

A lady trying to deal with a pile of household bills and letters on a table.

If you cannot afford your bills, you are not alone. A lot of us are feeling the squeeze right now, including people who have always managed before. Prices … [Read more...]

Santa judges on parental income – and that pressure is breaking good parents

by Ricky Willis · updated 16 December 2025

Child standing by a window at home in soft winter light, looking outside

There is a moment every December that hits some parents right in the chest. It is not when the adverts start. It is not when the decorations go up. It's when … [Read more...]

Why free museums, parks and libraries matter more than ever for families on a tight budget

by Ricky Willis · updated 11 December 2025

Children reading in a public library that offers free community space and support for families on tight budgets.

Money worries drain more than your bank account. They chip away at your confidence and leave you feeling like everyone else is moving forward while you’re … [Read more...]

How banks spot gambling harm and why it could help protect your money

by Ricky Willis · updated 11 December 2025

Person looking at their phone while checking their bank transactions at home.

Gambling is everywhere now. What was once a trip to a betting shop has turned into round-the-clock apps on our phones. A lot of people find it fun, but … [Read more...]

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