North Yorkshire Citizens Advice & Law Centre
@northyorkscalc.bsky.social
Providing free, independent, confidential and impartial advice on issues, incl. Debt, Benefits, Employment & Housing, by phone, email, webchat and face-to-face.
Separating from your partner can have a big impact on your finances, especially if you rely on your partner’s income or have children.
It’s important to know what support is available to you.
Read more on our website ⤵️
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It’s important to know what support is available to you.
Read more on our website ⤵️
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Arranging financial support after you separate
If you're married or in a civil partnership, you can apply for financial support (‘spousal maintenance’) from your ex when you separate. Find out more about what you can get or need to pay.
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September 25, 2026 at 3:10 PM
Separating from your partner can have a big impact on your finances, especially if you rely on your partner’s income or have children.
It’s important to know what support is available to you.
Read more on our website ⤵️
bit.ly/45s5HhU
It’s important to know what support is available to you.
Read more on our website ⤵️
bit.ly/45s5HhU
🔑 If you’re looking to rent from a private landlord, you’ll usually have to pay a 'tenancy deposit' before you can rent your home.
Your landlord usually has to protect it in a tenancy deposit scheme until you move out of the property.
Read more ⤵️
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Your landlord usually has to protect it in a tenancy deposit scheme until you move out of the property.
Read more ⤵️
bit.ly/3HYn0OG
September 25, 2026 at 1:16 PM
🔑 If you’re looking to rent from a private landlord, you’ll usually have to pay a 'tenancy deposit' before you can rent your home.
Your landlord usually has to protect it in a tenancy deposit scheme until you move out of the property.
Read more ⤵️
bit.ly/3HYn0OG
Your landlord usually has to protect it in a tenancy deposit scheme until you move out of the property.
Read more ⤵️
bit.ly/3HYn0OG
📢 Did you know millions of other people are missing out on unclaimed benefits?
If you need extra financial support, benefits can help.
We’ve got advice to help you navigate this ⤵️
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If you need extra financial support, benefits can help.
We’ve got advice to help you navigate this ⤵️
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September 25, 2026 at 11:02 AM
📢 Did you know millions of other people are missing out on unclaimed benefits?
If you need extra financial support, benefits can help.
We’ve got advice to help you navigate this ⤵️
bit.ly/4iyxeDn
If you need extra financial support, benefits can help.
We’ve got advice to help you navigate this ⤵️
bit.ly/4iyxeDn
You might have to go to court as a witness in a criminal court if:
➡️ You’re the victim of a crime
➡️ You witnessed a crime
➡️ Someone you know has been accused of a crime
We can help you understand what this involves ⤵️
bit.ly/3WUupmg
➡️ You’re the victim of a crime
➡️ You witnessed a crime
➡️ Someone you know has been accused of a crime
We can help you understand what this involves ⤵️
bit.ly/3WUupmg
September 25, 2026 at 9:11 AM
You might have to go to court as a witness in a criminal court if:
➡️ You’re the victim of a crime
➡️ You witnessed a crime
➡️ Someone you know has been accused of a crime
We can help you understand what this involves ⤵️
bit.ly/3WUupmg
➡️ You’re the victim of a crime
➡️ You witnessed a crime
➡️ Someone you know has been accused of a crime
We can help you understand what this involves ⤵️
bit.ly/3WUupmg
🏠 Looking to rent a new house at Uni?
Our guide for students covers everything you need to know ⤵️
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Our guide for students covers everything you need to know ⤵️
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September 24, 2026 at 3:03 PM
🏠 Looking to rent a new house at Uni?
Our guide for students covers everything you need to know ⤵️
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Our guide for students covers everything you need to know ⤵️
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It’s important to know what happens if you can’t pay your water bills and what help is available to you.
✅ You might be able to get support if you’re on benefits.
Here’s what you need to know ⤵️
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✅ You might be able to get support if you’re on benefits.
Here’s what you need to know ⤵️
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September 24, 2026 at 1:05 PM
It’s important to know what happens if you can’t pay your water bills and what help is available to you.
✅ You might be able to get support if you’re on benefits.
Here’s what you need to know ⤵️
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✅ You might be able to get support if you’re on benefits.
Here’s what you need to know ⤵️
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You might feel you're working too many hours if you're having mental or physical health problems because of overwork.
✅ Your employer can't make you work more than 48 hours a week on average.
Check your work rights ⤵️
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✅ Your employer can't make you work more than 48 hours a week on average.
Check your work rights ⤵️
bit.ly/44Eq1LA
If you're working too many hours
Check how many hours your employer can ask you to work and if you have to do overtime. Check how you can ask to reduce your hours.
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September 24, 2026 at 11:02 AM
You might feel you're working too many hours if you're having mental or physical health problems because of overwork.
✅ Your employer can't make you work more than 48 hours a week on average.
Check your work rights ⤵️
bit.ly/44Eq1LA
✅ Your employer can't make you work more than 48 hours a week on average.
Check your work rights ⤵️
bit.ly/44Eq1LA
The amount of State Pension you’ll get depends on how many ‘qualifying’ years of National Insurance payments you have.
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State Pension
Check how much State Pension you can get and how many qualifying years you need to get the full amount.
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September 24, 2026 at 5:36 AM
The amount of State Pension you’ll get depends on how many ‘qualifying’ years of National Insurance payments you have.
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❗ If you’re on a low income you might be able to get your council tax reduced.
Your local council can work out if you’re entitled to Council Tax Reduction.
Here’s what you need to know ⤵️
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Your local council can work out if you’re entitled to Council Tax Reduction.
Here’s what you need to know ⤵️
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September 23, 2026 at 3:02 PM
❗ If you’re on a low income you might be able to get your council tax reduced.
Your local council can work out if you’re entitled to Council Tax Reduction.
Here’s what you need to know ⤵️
bit.ly/4mbH3Ys
Your local council can work out if you’re entitled to Council Tax Reduction.
Here’s what you need to know ⤵️
bit.ly/4mbH3Ys
Are you on a low income or unemployed?
➡️ You might be able to get Universal Credit to help with living costs.
Try out free online tool to see if you’re eligible ⤵️
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➡️ You might be able to get Universal Credit to help with living costs.
Try out free online tool to see if you’re eligible ⤵️
bit.ly/4ynR9vQ
September 23, 2026 at 1:03 PM
Are you on a low income or unemployed?
➡️ You might be able to get Universal Credit to help with living costs.
Try out free online tool to see if you’re eligible ⤵️
bit.ly/4ynR9vQ
➡️ You might be able to get Universal Credit to help with living costs.
Try out free online tool to see if you’re eligible ⤵️
bit.ly/4ynR9vQ
Have you bought something that doesn’t match the seller’s description?
✅ You have legal rights and might be able to get a refund, repair or replacement.
We’ve explained more on our website ⤵️
bit.ly/4m9yiia
✅ You have legal rights and might be able to get a refund, repair or replacement.
We’ve explained more on our website ⤵️
bit.ly/4m9yiia
September 23, 2026 at 11:01 AM
Have you bought something that doesn’t match the seller’s description?
✅ You have legal rights and might be able to get a refund, repair or replacement.
We’ve explained more on our website ⤵️
bit.ly/4m9yiia
✅ You have legal rights and might be able to get a refund, repair or replacement.
We’ve explained more on our website ⤵️
bit.ly/4m9yiia
Have you been scammed? You might be able to get your money back if you paid by card or PayPal.
💳 Your card provider can ask the seller's bank to refund the money - this is known as the 'chargeback scheme'.
Find out more about this ⤵️
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💳 Your card provider can ask the seller's bank to refund the money - this is known as the 'chargeback scheme'.
Find out more about this ⤵️
bit.ly/3YVTeQ4
September 23, 2026 at 9:01 AM
Have you been scammed? You might be able to get your money back if you paid by card or PayPal.
💳 Your card provider can ask the seller's bank to refund the money - this is known as the 'chargeback scheme'.
Find out more about this ⤵️
bit.ly/3YVTeQ4
💳 Your card provider can ask the seller's bank to refund the money - this is known as the 'chargeback scheme'.
Find out more about this ⤵️
bit.ly/3YVTeQ4
💧 Your water company must provide a constant supply of water.
It’s important to know what if you’re entitled to compensation if your water supply is interrupted.
Our advice can help ⤵️
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It’s important to know what if you’re entitled to compensation if your water supply is interrupted.
Our advice can help ⤵️
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September 22, 2026 at 3:02 PM
💧 Your water company must provide a constant supply of water.
It’s important to know what if you’re entitled to compensation if your water supply is interrupted.
Our advice can help ⤵️
bit.ly/4qTIrTs
It’s important to know what if you’re entitled to compensation if your water supply is interrupted.
Our advice can help ⤵️
bit.ly/4qTIrTs
It’s never too early to start planning for the cooler weather…
Our website has advice on all things energy, from fixing meter issues to the grants and benefits you could receive to help you pay your bills.
Find out more now ➡️
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Our website has advice on all things energy, from fixing meter issues to the grants and benefits you could receive to help you pay your bills.
Find out more now ➡️
bit.ly/4aoHDPQ
Advice to help you stay warm & save
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September 22, 2026 at 1:02 PM
It’s never too early to start planning for the cooler weather…
Our website has advice on all things energy, from fixing meter issues to the grants and benefits you could receive to help you pay your bills.
Find out more now ➡️
bit.ly/4aoHDPQ
Our website has advice on all things energy, from fixing meter issues to the grants and benefits you could receive to help you pay your bills.
Find out more now ➡️
bit.ly/4aoHDPQ
If your flight is cancelled the airline can either offer you a replacement flight or a full refund. ✈️
For delays, it depends on how long the delay is and your flight but you might get help with things like food, drink and accommodation.
Find out more: bit.ly/3SEtgAW
For delays, it depends on how long the delay is and your flight but you might get help with things like food, drink and accommodation.
Find out more: bit.ly/3SEtgAW
September 22, 2026 at 11:01 AM
If your flight is cancelled the airline can either offer you a replacement flight or a full refund. ✈️
For delays, it depends on how long the delay is and your flight but you might get help with things like food, drink and accommodation.
Find out more: bit.ly/3SEtgAW
For delays, it depends on how long the delay is and your flight but you might get help with things like food, drink and accommodation.
Find out more: bit.ly/3SEtgAW
Looking for advice? We’ve got lots of helpful information about:
📝 Benefits entitlement
⚡ Paying energy bills
🛍️ Returning faulty goods
💼 Your rights at work
🏡 Repairs in rented homes
And much more. Visit our website ⤵️
bit.ly/3XN3HxI
📝 Benefits entitlement
⚡ Paying energy bills
🛍️ Returning faulty goods
💼 Your rights at work
🏡 Repairs in rented homes
And much more. Visit our website ⤵️
bit.ly/3XN3HxI
Citizens Advice
Online free advice from Citizens Advice to help you find a way forward, whatever the problem. Our research enables us to campaign on issues affecting people's lives.
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September 22, 2026 at 9:01 AM
Looking for advice? We’ve got lots of helpful information about:
📝 Benefits entitlement
⚡ Paying energy bills
🛍️ Returning faulty goods
💼 Your rights at work
🏡 Repairs in rented homes
And much more. Visit our website ⤵️
bit.ly/3XN3HxI
📝 Benefits entitlement
⚡ Paying energy bills
🛍️ Returning faulty goods
💼 Your rights at work
🏡 Repairs in rented homes
And much more. Visit our website ⤵️
bit.ly/3XN3HxI
📍 We’re coming to Catterick Garrison!
🚐 Our Rural Reach Information & Advice Bus will be at Tesco’s Catterick Garrison.
📅 Fri 25 September
⏰ 10am–12pm
Come along for information and signposting to advice and support. 👋
#CatterickGarrison #CitizensAdvice #NorthYorkshire
🚐 Our Rural Reach Information & Advice Bus will be at Tesco’s Catterick Garrison.
📅 Fri 25 September
⏰ 10am–12pm
Come along for information and signposting to advice and support. 👋
#CatterickGarrison #CitizensAdvice #NorthYorkshire
September 22, 2026 at 5:28 AM
📍 We’re coming to Catterick Garrison!
🚐 Our Rural Reach Information & Advice Bus will be at Tesco’s Catterick Garrison.
📅 Fri 25 September
⏰ 10am–12pm
Come along for information and signposting to advice and support. 👋
#CatterickGarrison #CitizensAdvice #NorthYorkshire
🚐 Our Rural Reach Information & Advice Bus will be at Tesco’s Catterick Garrison.
📅 Fri 25 September
⏰ 10am–12pm
Come along for information and signposting to advice and support. 👋
#CatterickGarrison #CitizensAdvice #NorthYorkshire
💡 If you’re looking to try something new, why not volunteer for us?
Volunteering can help you gain key skills, build work experience and make a real difference in your local community.
Search for your local opportunities ⤵️
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#WeAreCitizensAdvice
Volunteering can help you gain key skills, build work experience and make a real difference in your local community.
Search for your local opportunities ⤵️
bit.ly/4gAGUy7
#WeAreCitizensAdvice
September 21, 2026 at 3:02 PM
💡 If you’re looking to try something new, why not volunteer for us?
Volunteering can help you gain key skills, build work experience and make a real difference in your local community.
Search for your local opportunities ⤵️
bit.ly/4gAGUy7
#WeAreCitizensAdvice
Volunteering can help you gain key skills, build work experience and make a real difference in your local community.
Search for your local opportunities ⤵️
bit.ly/4gAGUy7
#WeAreCitizensAdvice
The change in government leadership has brought a new sense of direction. But what do the announcements mean for our clients and communities? 🤔
Join us on Thursday 24th September as we explore the latest Citizens Advice data ⤵️
bit.ly/3T2MPTG
Join us on Thursday 24th September as we explore the latest Citizens Advice data ⤵️
bit.ly/3T2MPTG
September 21, 2026 at 1:02 PM
The change in government leadership has brought a new sense of direction. But what do the announcements mean for our clients and communities? 🤔
Join us on Thursday 24th September as we explore the latest Citizens Advice data ⤵️
bit.ly/3T2MPTG
Join us on Thursday 24th September as we explore the latest Citizens Advice data ⤵️
bit.ly/3T2MPTG
Could you get extra support from energy companies?
If you're on the company's priority risk register, they can give you advance notice of planned power cuts and send someone to check on you if there is one.
Learn more ⤵️
bit.ly/4cQ6iO5
If you're on the company's priority risk register, they can give you advance notice of planned power cuts and send someone to check on you if there is one.
Learn more ⤵️
bit.ly/4cQ6iO5
September 21, 2026 at 11:01 AM
Could you get extra support from energy companies?
If you're on the company's priority risk register, they can give you advance notice of planned power cuts and send someone to check on you if there is one.
Learn more ⤵️
bit.ly/4cQ6iO5
If you're on the company's priority risk register, they can give you advance notice of planned power cuts and send someone to check on you if there is one.
Learn more ⤵️
bit.ly/4cQ6iO5
⚡Your energy supplier has to let you know if they’ll increase prices
They should tell you in a reasonable amount of time before the change takes place - this is called giving you notice
Read more on the Citizens Advice website⤵️
bit.ly/3Yp9w3s
They should tell you in a reasonable amount of time before the change takes place - this is called giving you notice
Read more on the Citizens Advice website⤵️
bit.ly/3Yp9w3s
September 20, 2026 at 9:00 AM
⚡Your energy supplier has to let you know if they’ll increase prices
They should tell you in a reasonable amount of time before the change takes place - this is called giving you notice
Read more on the Citizens Advice website⤵️
bit.ly/3Yp9w3s
They should tell you in a reasonable amount of time before the change takes place - this is called giving you notice
Read more on the Citizens Advice website⤵️
bit.ly/3Yp9w3s
If you’re off sick from work for more than 7 days you should get a fit note.
📝 This can be from a healthcare professional such as a GP, doctor at a hospital or occupational therapist.
Our online advice can help ⤵️
bit.ly/4mQdIUJ
📝 This can be from a healthcare professional such as a GP, doctor at a hospital or occupational therapist.
Our online advice can help ⤵️
bit.ly/4mQdIUJ
September 18, 2026 at 7:57 PM
If you’re off sick from work for more than 7 days you should get a fit note.
📝 This can be from a healthcare professional such as a GP, doctor at a hospital or occupational therapist.
Our online advice can help ⤵️
bit.ly/4mQdIUJ
📝 This can be from a healthcare professional such as a GP, doctor at a hospital or occupational therapist.
Our online advice can help ⤵️
bit.ly/4mQdIUJ
🔑 If you’re looking to rent from a private landlord, you’ll usually have to pay a 'tenancy deposit' before you can rent your home.
Your landlord usually has to protect it in a tenancy deposit scheme until you move out of the property.
Read more ⤵️
bit.ly/3HYn0OG
Your landlord usually has to protect it in a tenancy deposit scheme until you move out of the property.
Read more ⤵️
bit.ly/3HYn0OG
September 18, 2026 at 3:03 PM
🔑 If you’re looking to rent from a private landlord, you’ll usually have to pay a 'tenancy deposit' before you can rent your home.
Your landlord usually has to protect it in a tenancy deposit scheme until you move out of the property.
Read more ⤵️
bit.ly/3HYn0OG
Your landlord usually has to protect it in a tenancy deposit scheme until you move out of the property.
Read more ⤵️
bit.ly/3HYn0OG
🚨 A scam can often start when someone you don’t know contacts you unexpectedly.
Knowing what to look out for can keep you safe.
Try our online tool to check if something might be a scam ⤵️
bit.ly/4mMvEQ8
Knowing what to look out for can keep you safe.
Try our online tool to check if something might be a scam ⤵️
bit.ly/4mMvEQ8
September 18, 2026 at 1:03 PM
🚨 A scam can often start when someone you don’t know contacts you unexpectedly.
Knowing what to look out for can keep you safe.
Try our online tool to check if something might be a scam ⤵️
bit.ly/4mMvEQ8
Knowing what to look out for can keep you safe.
Try our online tool to check if something might be a scam ⤵️
bit.ly/4mMvEQ8
You might have to go to court as a witness in a criminal court if:
➡️ You’re the victim of a crime
➡️ You witnessed a crime
➡️ Someone you know has been accused of a crime
We can help you understand what this involves ⤵️
bit.ly/3WUupmg
➡️ You’re the victim of a crime
➡️ You witnessed a crime
➡️ Someone you know has been accused of a crime
We can help you understand what this involves ⤵️
bit.ly/3WUupmg
September 18, 2026 at 11:02 AM
You might have to go to court as a witness in a criminal court if:
➡️ You’re the victim of a crime
➡️ You witnessed a crime
➡️ Someone you know has been accused of a crime
We can help you understand what this involves ⤵️
bit.ly/3WUupmg
➡️ You’re the victim of a crime
➡️ You witnessed a crime
➡️ Someone you know has been accused of a crime
We can help you understand what this involves ⤵️
bit.ly/3WUupmg