We hear a lot about people claiming benefits they are not entitled to, but little about those who are not claiming their entitlements . A recent report commissioned by the Joseph Rowntree Trust highlighted this group. These are often people who are working, probably bringing up children and earning a low wage. They may not […]
A wise old owl lived in an oak The more he saw the less he spoke The less he spoke the more he heard. Why can’t we all be like that wise old bird. Things have certainly changed since these words of advice appeared in their original form in the magazine, ‘Punch’ almost exactly one […]
The cell phone has become the adult’s transitional object, replacing the toddler’s teddy bear for comfort and a sense of belonging. Whatever reasons we all have for using mobile phones, more and more of us do so. In 2001, 75% of households had mobiles. Last year that figure had risen to 95%. Despite a reduction […]
With more of us living longer, the ability to be able to access the right kind of care for each individual is becoming more important. Currently the law regarding entitlements to care is confusing and complex. It is governed by a number of different Acts of Parliament, some of which are over 60 years old. […]
Citizens Advice Waverley recently signed a further 3 year service level agreement with their main funder and partner Waverley Borough Council. This provides a foundation for a further 3 years working.
A budget tells us what we can’t afford but it doesn’t keep us from buying it. William Feather, American author and publisher. Debt affects us in so many ways. From the austerity resulting from the unimaginably large debts of nations to challenges faced by every household to make ends meet. One of the most difficult […]
You may have started 2015 determined to lose the excess weight you gained during the run-up to Christmas and to be fitter and healthier generally. You may also have found that your enthusiasm for going to the gym has worn off as the year has progressed and to make matters worse you are stuck with […]
Are you a micro-employer – employing at least one, but fewer than 5 people? These can be people who work for you in a shop or other place of work, or in your own home, such as a nanny, carer, cleaner or personal assistant. You need to be clear if you are an employer because […]
Do you know what you are entitled to? or, if you are an employer – what you should be paying? The National Minimum Wage is the minimum pay per hour almost all workers are entitled to by law. It doesn’t matter how small an employer is, they still have to pay the minimum wage. Contracts […]