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14th April 2015 by manager in Local News
Fundraising results – Massed Bands Extravaganza
Liz Wheatley, Mayor of Waverley organised a Massed Band Extravaganza on 12th April 2015 featuring the Farnham Brass Band, Godalming Band, Haslemere Town Band and special guests Surrey Brass in aid of our charity. The evening raised a tremendous £3,000. This was a very special concert, combining three Waverley bands, plus Surrey Brass, for the […]
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8th April 2015 by manager in Campaigns
Beware of pension scams!
“Pension freedom” from 6th April means that millions of people over 55 can withdraw all their pension savings. However this potential avalanche of cash will undoubtedly attract many crooks, scams and unwise investments. You may be unhappy with the returns your pension has achieved or be disappointed about the annuities available, but a lifetime’s savings […]
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2nd April 2015 by Norman Davies in Campaigns
Working age families not claiming benefits
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 […]
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1st April 2015 by Norman Davies in Campaigns
New Pension Rules
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 […]
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1st April 2015 by Norman Davies in Campaigns
Mobile mischief
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 […]
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25th March 2015 by Norman Davies in Campaigns
Care Act comes into force April 2015
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. […]
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17th March 2015 by manager in Local News
CAB secures 3 year funding agreement
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.
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11th February 2015 by manager in Campaigns
Energy costs without hot air (with apologies to David Mackay)
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 […]
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11th February 2015 by manager in Campaigns
Weighty matters
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 […]
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5th February 2015 by manager in Campaigns
Employing at least one, but fewer than 5 people?
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 […]
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