A blog by Necla Bakirci, Quality Assurance Manager for Debt Free London Being confined to home because of coronavirus is difficult for everyone and the effect of this on people’s finances are serious for many, but it is becoming a real nightmare for a number of people who are suffering or at risk of abusive…
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The coronavirus outbreak is likely to have a major impact on all areas of life. In uncertain times it’s important to keep up to speed with the latest developments and know how you and your family are likely to be impacted. Here are some regularly updated guides from trusted sources so you have everything you…
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While charities all over London have been responding to the challenges of Coronavirus and the lockdown, we’re really pleased to announce a new investment of £4.8m from the Money & Pensions Service in sustaining and enhancing advice for 24,000 people with debt and money worries across the capital over the next 12 months. Across the…
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The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, is inviting Londoners to shine a light on the inspiring examples of courage, kindness and generosity being shown amidst the coronavirus crisis. The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted every aspect of life in the capital, but through #LondonTogether the Mayor is urging everyone to highlight great examples of positive community…
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We’ve a launched a new online community centre for anyone who is worried they’ll be lonely or bored during isolation. After having to stop all our face-to-face activities in our Community Centre, we’ve a launched a new online community centre for anyone who is worried they’ll be lonely or bored during isolation. We’ll put on…
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Jim Minton reflects on how we’re adapting to the current sitaution and what more can be done to address the needs emerging in this crisis. All of us are facing anxiety, fear and dislocation, particularly those of us who were already facing hardship. Communities, the local authority, charities and others have responded urgently and collectively…
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London’s debt advice partnership is now offering advice sessions on the phone, by WhatsApp and web chat.
Due to the current situation, we’re very sorry to have had to stop all face-to-face advice and Community Centre activities for the moment. We know that now more than ever people may need a listening ear or some help and advice, so we will be trying to keep contact with our local friends and neighbours…
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We’re unable to offer face-to-face advice at the moment but our services are still operating. Please do get in touch via email or phone and we will do our best to help: Call: 020 7392 2953 Email: advice@toynbeehall.org.uk
Community Researchers share the findings from research projects exploring how Tower Hamlets can be made safer and how renting can be made fairer and outline their strategy for action On Friday 6th March, Community Researchers from two Participatory Action Research (PAR) projects shared their findings on how Tower Hamlets can become a safer and more…
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