Thousands of people have saved money thanks to a partnership which is available in Bolton . The Yorkshire Building Society branch on Mealhouse Lane has been hosting Citizens Advice advisors once a week since March 2022. Citizens Advice offers impartial advice on a host of issues, including struggles with finances.

Now, the partnership says it has helped over 7,000 people across the UK since it began three years ago, and the advice given could have unlocked over £3.2 million in potential additional income for beneficiaries. Through the partnership, members of the public can access an hour-long appointment which is free, confidential and can be booked directly by contacting a participating branch.

The programme started as a pilot in just six stores in 2021 but due to demand, and its initial success, it has since expanded to over 40 percent of them. The partnership has helped people with a range of different problems, including accessing welfare benefits, debt, housing and legal difficulties. The Bolton branch has been involved in the partnership since March 2022 and in that time it has helped over 190 people in the local area.

For more information on the scheme and details of participating branches, visit: www.ybs.co.

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