An independent, local charity which offers free, confidential and impartial advice to the citizens of the Wakefield District.

We aim to provide the advice people need for the problems they face and improve the policies and practices that affect people’s lives. We provide free, independent, confidential and impartial advice to everyone on their rights and responsibilities. We value diversity, promote equality and challenge discrimination.

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You should deal with arrears as fast as you can.

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If you have a problem you can get more information by clicking on the buttons below. You can also email us, telephone us or drop in to one of our offices.

Telephone us
Adviceline, Freephone 0808 812 7134, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. Consumer Line, Freephone 0808 223 1133

If you call from a mobile, we’ll ask you to enter a local landline number on your keypad. This can be any number – we only use it to send your call to a local adviser if one’s available.

Online Live Webchat and self-help
To chat with an online advisor click here

UC Help to Claim
Help in claiming Universal Credit Freephone 0800 144 8444

Pensions
Visit the website to book a free Pension Wise appointment

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Job opportunities with local Citizens Advice

All sorts of people volunteer with us and for many different reasons, but one thing that unites them all is that they find it challenging, rewarding and varied.

It’s a chance to make an active difference to peoples’ lives in your community.

We value diversity, promote equality and challenge discrimination. We’re committed to equality of opportunity in recruitment and training and offer a warm welcome to every volunteer, whatever their background.

Find out more

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0808 812 7134

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