On this page you can find information about money, including:
Do you need help paying your Council Tax?
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This page gives advice on who pays council tax and how much.
This page gives advice on council tax benefits and who can obtain them.
This factsheet gives information on who can claim a discount on their council tax and who may not have to pay anything.
This tool allows you to enter your postcode and automatically find out the council tax band for your property. This service is provided by the Valuation Office Agency (VOA), which is responsible for maintaining the business rating and council tax valuations for England and Wales.
Would you like more information on retirement?
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This website helps you get started in planning your future and retirement income.
This website is a source of information and advice regarding private pensions.
They aim to assist consumers and their families in finding trusted accredited financial advisers who, understand financial needs in Later Life.
Would you like more information on pensions?
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This is a voluntary organisation that is grant-aided by the department of work and pensions to provide information and guidance to the public on state, company, and stake holder pensions.
This factsheet contains advice and information on when the state pension is paid and how much.
This website gives information on what pensions are, how they work and when to start saving.
This tool allows you to calculate when you will be eligible to receive a state pension.
This is advice from Age UK on how to go about finding pension with previous employers or old personal pension plans.
This page explains that from 2012 employers will have to enrol all eligible employees into a pension and make minimum contributions into the scheme. You can find out if you are eligible by reading the information contained on this page.
Are you not sure which benefits you are entitled to?
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This website gives advice on a number of benefit topics.
This tool allows you to answer questions anonymously online about your savings, income and outgoings to check which benefits you may be entitled to.
This page gives information on benefits and what you can claim.
This page gives advice on the main financial benefits for disabled people.
This is a charity which strive to improve the quality of life for older people on a low income.
This charity helps people access money that may be available to them - through benefits, grants and other financial help. All their advice is free and confidential.
Would you like advice and support on debt?
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This website gives independent money advice is proven to help people who are struggling to manage their debts.
This service is here to help everyone manage their money better. They do this by giving clear, unbiased money advice to help people make informed choices.
This is a national debt advisory service for debt advice and debt management
This website gives advice on repaying debt money and how to cope.
This charity concentrate their help on people aged 65 and over who are living in financial difficulty. They provide support and financial help to those who most need it.
This free online tool can be used to get advice on a debt problem or if you are finding that you have more money going out than coming in.
This helpline provides free confidential and independent advice on how to deal with debt problems. They are contactable by phone and by email.
Are you concerned about heating your home during the winter months?
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This scheme allows some people in Essex to get free or discounted cavity wall insulation, loft insulation and heating.
This is a free, not for profit phone line set up to help British energy customers who are struggling to pay their fuel bills and keep warm.
This is a non-profit organisation that provides free and impartial advice on how to stop wasting energy and save money.
If you are worried about paying a heating bill or would like advice about staying warmer, you can contact EDF Energy free.
This website provides information on grants that are available and what you can receive help with.
If you have reached the qualifying age you may get a Winter Fuel Payment to help pay for keeping warm in winter. This page provides information on who qualifies and how the payment is made.
If you're on a low income, a Cold Weather Payment may be available to help you for each week of very cold weather in your area. This page gives information on how much is paid and if you may be eligible.
Would you like details of concessions available for disabled and older people?
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This website provides links to discounts that are available to those of the age of 50.
This website allows you to search for discounts that are available to those of the age of 50.
This page provide information on getting a discount for English Heritage sites if you are a senior citizen.
This page provides information on who is eligible for free bus travel in the UK.
This website covers everything you need to know about getting a disabled railcard.
This website covers everything you need to know about getting a senior railcard.
This explains who is entitled to a free tax disc and how to claim.
This page explains how to apply for a London congestion charge discount for those that hold a blue badge.
This page lists the toll within the UK and how disabled people can claim a discount from each.
Would you like advice on making a will?
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This page contains information on why is good to make a will and if it is necessary to use a solicitor.
This page gives advice on why it is good to make a will.
This page gives advice on how to prepare a will.
Are you concerned about dealing with funeral costs?
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This page gives advice on funeral costs and arranging different aspects of the funeral.
This page gives advice on what benefits are available after a bereavement.