We’re delighted to share that our member Glen Oaks Housing Association has secured further Advice in Accessible Settings (AiAS) funding. 👉 Read more about the project: https://www.scottishhousingnews.com/articles/glen-oaks-secures-further-three-years-of-funding-for-vital-advice-services

We welcome any measures to cut energy bills and protect low-income and vulnerable households. However, more clarity is needed on when the Energy Debt Relief Scheme will be rolled out, and how advice services will be supported in referring potential beneficiaries. #KingsSpeech

We welcome the introduction of the Clean Water Bill. Last year, we responded to the Independent Water Commission Call. #KingsSpeech

Today's King's Speech contained important announcements with implications for advice services and their clients. #KingsSpeech

Following last week’s local elections, our message to all political parties is to consider the impact of any cuts to local authority funding on free and independent advice services and the people they support.

With the local elections now behind us, AdviceUK is reminding all political parties that any cuts to local authority funding would be deeply concerning for free independent advice services.

Every year, thousands of women are pushed out of work, into poverty or treated unfairly due to pregnancy or maternity leave. That's why, this #MaternalMentalHealthWeek, we're highlighting the vital work of Maternity Action. 👉 To learn more visit: maternityaction.org.uk

We’re delighted to be supporting a new collaboration between West of Scotland Housing Association, Rutherglen & Cambuslang Housing Association and Willowacre Trust. 👉 Read more about the project in Scottish Housing News: https://ow.ly/cXnc50YOWpC

Following a successful competitive tendering and procurement exercise, AdviceUK has been appointed by the Scottish Government once again, to distribute and manage the Advice in Accessible Settings fund. 👉 Read more on our website: https://bit.ly/4tS2guP

📢 Scottish Member Forum reminder! AdviceUK Scottish members joining our forum on 27 May at 10AM, make sure to check your inboxes for the link to join. 📥Can't see the invite? Check your junk folders and make sure to list AdviceUK as a trusted sender.

Private renting is entering a new chapter. 👉If you provide advice on housing, or your service users are unaware of the changes, find out more about the Renters’ Rights Act at: gov.uk/renters-right

AdviceUK has responded to the Home Office’s consultation on a new Independent Appeals Body. The proposals risk adding pressure to advice services that are at the tipping point, weakening decision quality and eroding the rights of immigrants and asylum seekers.

We’re hiring! Join AdviceUK as our Policy and External Affairs Manager (Scotland), where you will have the opportunity to set up and manage our policy and public affairs activities in Scotland. 👉 Apply by 12pm on 22 May: https://ow.ly/nLSe50YSjmr

From May 1st, renting is changing across England. Our brilliant member organisation Housing Matters has brought together trusted resources to help advisers, renters and landlords understand the changes and where to find reliable advice. Visit: https://we-rent.org.uk/

The advice sector needs long‑term solutions. That’s why we work with and for members to influence policy, strengthen services and drive sustainable change. 👉 Discover what AdviceUK membership can do for you: https://bit.ly/4mISqc7 Thank you to Working Families for your continued support.

The Home Office has published a consultation on "Family returns: Reforming asylum support and enforcing family returns". It includes radical proposals on the "physical handling of children" during enforced family returns: depositedpapers.parliament.uk/depositedpap...

AdviceUK welcomes the Government’s recently announced improvements to how council tax debt will be collected.

📢 Up to £20 Million in funding for advice services! Our next member Funding Update, coming to you April 30, might be the biggest one yet, with 6 new opportunities ranging from £10K to £20M. Not a member yet? Join to receive funding updates like this: https://bit.ly/4dNHR5d

You asked, we did. AdviceUK members can now access the full FCA reporting guide through the member portal, including how to submit your CCR007 return, and an example of an already filed return: https://bit.ly/4cehh3Z

Advisers’ time is almost always stretched to the limit. AdvicePro’s new integration with Policy in Practice’s Benefits Calculator and Apply Once is here to help change that. 👉Join us for a live demo on 30 April at 10am: https://ow.ly/wctu50YMGbp

Advisers’ time is almost always stretched to the limit. AdvicePro’s new integration with Policy in Practice’s Benefits Calculator and Apply Once is here to help change that. 👉Join us for a live demo on 30 April at 10am: https://ow.ly/vhyh50YMGgV

Only 2 days to go! AdviceUK members don't forget to sign up for our forum this Wednesday 22 April at 10AM. To see the full agenda and to register, visit the AdviceUK Portal: bit.ly/3QLrUTl

👉 We want to hear from you. Our 2026 Member Survey closes next Monday, April 20. By sharing your experience you can help us support you better and enter a prize draw for a chance to win £500. If your main contact hasn’t received the link, please get in touch: adviceuk.org.uk/about/contact

Great to see our concerns about how people needing advice are exploited by rogue immigration advisers featured in Law Society Gazette. This highlights the need for more resources and support for the accessible, free, trusted, independent advice sector: www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/politic...

We are really saddened to hear people desperately needing advice are exploited by rogue immigration advisers charging extortionate fees for poor and negligent advice. The impact on individuals can be catastrophic.

📢 Calling all AdviceUK members working with asylum seekers, refugees or migrants: Don't miss your chance to let us know your thoughts on the Home Office's proposed reforms to the asylum appeals system, including a new Independent Appeals Body.

#StressAwarenessMonth reminds us that mental health doesn’t exist in isolation. That’s why the work of our member Manchester Mind is so important. Their advice service helps people stabilise their situation and rebuild confidence. Need support? Visit: https://www.manchestermind.org/

We welcome the Government’s move to help disabled people to try work without fear of losing benefits. However, we urge the Government not to impose any further restrictions on entitlement. We’ll respond to the Timms Review on PIP. Members with insight, please get in touch: https://bit.ly/4cdPnDL

Half of people in debt also experience mental health problems. That's why this World Health Day we’re highlighting our member @mentalhealthuk.bsky.social and their Mental Health & Money Advice service. Hear from Graham on the service's impact ⬇️ ow.ly/AUHa50YCjFe

Advice work can be tough to do alone. That’s why feedback from members like Saffron Lane Neighbourhood Council means so much. Want a network that strengthens your service? Learn more about AdviceUK membership: https://bit.ly/4dQU9JM

The Home Office has launched a consultation on reforms to the asylum appeals system, including a new Independent Appeals Body. AdviceUK will respond and welcomes member insight. Contact details are in our latest blog: https://bit.ly/4rYbq7j Please reach out by April 15.

The DWP has launched a call for evidence for the Timms Review into PIP. AdviceUK is preparing a response and we want members’ experiences represented. Share your insights by 14 May. Find the contact details in our latest blog: https://bit.ly/41Cqj4q

Our next Member Forum is packed with brilliant speakers and practical insights. Join us to hear from The Royal Free Charity Support Hub, Stop Loan Sharks, and more. See you all then! 📅 22 April Exclusive to AdviceUK members.

Advice services are a lifeline, but keeping them sustainable is tougher than ever. Our FREE Funding Toolkit offers resources to diversify income, assess your strategies and insights into the kind of resources our members access every month. Download it now: https://bit.ly/4bAB0cG

Free support for Disabled people across the UK under threat as advice centres face surging demand and funding shortages, finds @adviceuk.bsky.social https://buff.ly/3ZIiSJ0 @disrightsuk.bsky.social #Disability 🧵 1/2

1️⃣🎥 Meet Matthew – with a significant hearing impairment, he was unable to cope until he accessed help from his local Deaf and Disabled people’s organisation. Our powerful film showcases how advice services can transform lives. #AdviceSaves www.youtube.com/watch?v=S157...

2️⃣💬 “I was really anxious – I was up at night worrying about not having enough money. If it hadn’t been for their help, I would still be struggling to get by. I feel very lucky to have had their support.” – Matthew 💬 👇 (2/3)

3️⃣ Yet advice centres nationwide are at breaking point. Our #AdviceUK research shows that long-term funding & resources are urgently needed to ensure they can continue to help those who need it. #AdviceSaves (3/3)

Our #AdviceSaves campaign is pushing for action to support the independent advice sector. We asked members for the top 3 changes they want from government - here’s what they said. Thanks to Nishkam Centre, Talking Money & all who shared ideas. bit.ly/advice-saves...