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At Citizens Advice North Hertfordshire, we know how quickly money worries can build. When bills rise, work changes, benefits are delayed, or an unexpected cost arrives, a quick cash loan from someone who appears helpful can seem like an easy option. A loan shark is someone who lends money without proper authorisation from the Financial […]

Local runner’s marathon raises vital funds for North Herts charity, Citizens Advice North Hertfordshire. Citizens Advice North Hertfordshire is celebrating the incredible achievement of Clifford Smith, who completed the London Marathon in support of our charity. Cliff ran 26.2 miles through London on Sunday 26th April, finishing in 4 hours and 44 minutes despite the

Citizens Advice is looking for a volunteer to join us as a Community Information Assistant in South Cambridgeshire, supporting outreach across Melbourn, Bassingbourn and Meldreth. You’ll also attend regular sessions at our Royston office to meet the wider team and keep skills and knowledge up to date and be one of the first friendly faces

Worried about losing power in stormy weather? A bit of planning can make things feel more manageable. If you have a power cut, your electricity network operator (not your energy supplier) is responsible for restoring the electricity. The network operator owns and repairs the local cables and equipment. Call 105 to report a cut or stay updated - it’s free and will connect you

  Many of us have signed up to gym memberships, streaming apps or “free trials” that quietly turned into monthly payments. Those forgotten subscriptions can really add up. At Citizens Advice North Herts (CANH), we’re urging residents to check their bank statements and take control of “continuous payments.” When you give a company permission to

It’s important to keep a close eye on where your money goes. One area that quietly eats into many people’s budgets is subscriptions. From streaming services and music platforms to app memberships and online deliveries, these costs can quickly pile up without you noticing. Subscriptions have become increasingly popular, but also increasingly expensive. A recent

If you’re worried about keeping up with your phone, internet, or TV payments, you’re not alone – and there’s support available. Here’s what you can do: Talk to Your Provider Reach out as soon as you have difficulties. Your provider may offer to lower your bill, extend your payment deadline, or suggest a more affordable

Volunteering: How You Can Get Involved and the Many Benefits it Can Bring You! Citizens Advice North Hertfordshire (CANH), a local charity offering free, confidential advice, is looking for new Volunteer Advisers. How You Can Help Our volunteers come from all backgrounds, bringing unique skills and experiences. They may be students gaining work experience, people