In Debt?
If you’re in debt, you need to take action
quickly to stop the situation getting any worse. You can get help
on the Citizens Advice Bureau
AdviceGuide website.
You can also contact your
local Citizens Advice Bureau advice line 01706
666676.
Information on Directgov
Credit Unions
Credit unions are financial co-operatives owned and controlled
by their members. They offer savings and great value loans.
Find out more at
the Association of British
Credit Unions website.
A cooperative which offers affordable loans to people who
struggle to get credit from banks, is operating in Rochdale.
Anyone can become a member of the credit union. By opening a
savings account you will be eligible to apply for a low cost
loan. APRs on loans are never higher than 26.6 per cent and the
lowest APRs are around 7.5 per cent. Find out more by ringing 07712
439568.
Our online benefits checker means you can now check what you’re
entitled to from the comfort of your own home. You’d be surprised
who can claim – whether you’re single, married, working or
not. You might be entitled to more than you think.