The National Debtline will offer free, independent and confidential advice by phone, webchat, and online, including improved digital tools to support the full debt advice journey with adviser support throughout. These enhancements will be rolled out over the next three years.
The Money Advice Trust shared that two in three National Debtline callers (66%) have had to forego buying essential items in the last 6 months – up from 49% a year ago – with 62% being concerned they will be unable to pay their energy bills in the next 6 months, up from 47% last year.
“With the cost-of-living crisis continuing to bite, it has never been more important to help people tackle their debts and manage money with confidence.”
"More people are experiencing money problems and finding this is affecting their mental health. Partnering with National Debtline means we are able to support even more people with their financial and emotional wellbeing."
National Debtline offers free advice at: www.nationaldebtline.org and their helpline can be contacted on Monday to Friday, 9:30am-1pm on: 0808 808 4000
Business Debtline offers free advice for people who are self-employed at: www.businessdebtline.org
