Announcement of up to £20 million funding available for advice services with application details forthcoming.
📢 Up to £20 Million in funding for advice services!
Our next member Funding Update, coming to you April 30, might be the biggest one yet, with 6 new opportunities ranging from £10K to £20M.
Not a member yet? Join to receive funding updates like this: https://bit.ly/4dNHR5d
FCA reporting deadline reminder with AdviceUK members accessing the full guide via the member portal.
You asked, we did.
AdviceUK members can now access the full FCA reporting guide through the member portal, including how to submit your CCR007 return, and an example of an already filed return: https://bit.ly/4cehh3Z
Promotional graphic announcing “AdvicePro x Policy in Practice”. Text reads “Join the live demo on Thursday 30 April”. The image highlights a new integration for smoother client journeys using the Benefits Calculator and Apply Once, with screenshots of both platforms on a teal background.
Advisers’ time is almost always stretched to the limit.
AdvicePro’s new integration with Policy in Practice’s Benefits Calculator and Apply Once is here to help change that.
👉Join us for a live demo on 30 April at 10am:
https://ow.ly/wctu50YMGbp
Promotional graphic announcing “AdvicePro x Policy in Practice”. Text reads “Join the live demo on Thursday 30 April”. The image highlights a new integration for smoother client journeys using the Benefits Calculator and Apply Once, with screenshots of both platforms on a teal background.
Advisers’ time is almost always stretched to the limit.
AdvicePro’s new integration with Policy in Practice’s Benefits Calculator and Apply Once is here to help change that.
👉Join us for a live demo on 30 April at 10am:
https://ow.ly/vhyh50YMGgV
Purple graphic announcing speakers for AdviceUK's next member forum on 22 April
Only 2 days to go!
AdviceUK members don't forget to sign up for our forum this Wednesday 22 April at 10AM.
To see the full agenda and to register, visit the AdviceUK Portal: bit.ly/3QLrUTl
Graphic reminding AdviceUK members to respond to the 2026 Member Survey with the following message: The more we know about the pressures you’re facing, the better we can support you. Details in caption.
👉 We want to hear from you.
Our 2026 Member Survey closes next Monday, April 20.
By sharing your experience you can help us support you better and enter a prize draw for a chance to win £500.
If your main contact hasn’t received the link, please get in touch: adviceuk.org.uk/about/contact
Great to see our concerns about how people needing advice are exploited by rogue immigration advisers featured in Law Society Gazette. This highlights the need for more resources and support for the accessible, free, trusted, independent advice sector: www.lawgazette.co.uk/news/politic...
This is why at AdviceUK, we are calling for more resources and support for the free and independent advice sector.
Click here to read our full response to the BBC’s report on rogue immigration advisers: bit.ly/48115Ax
LGBTQ+ asylum seekers already face significant barriers in evidencing their asylum claims. It is critical for vulnerable individuals to have access to accredited, free, independent, accessible advice about immigration and asylum issues in order to make informed decisions.
Pink graphic that reads: AdviceUK responds to the BBC report on rogue immigration advisers. Note to click the link in thread to read the full statement.
We are really saddened to hear people desperately needing advice are exploited by rogue immigration advisers charging extortionate fees for poor and negligent advice. The impact on individuals can be catastrophic.
We want to ensure our consultation response is representative of your views. Help us give a strong sector response by sharing your insights by 20 April.
For more information and our contact details: bit.ly/4tCRBDK
📢 Calling all AdviceUK members working with asylum seekers, refugees or migrants:
Don't miss your chance to let us know your thoughts on the Home Office's proposed reforms to the asylum appeals system, including a new Independent Appeals Body.
Text explaining how poverty and poor housing trigger mental health challenges and create a reinforcing cycle, with Manchester Mind's support statistics and website link.
#StressAwarenessMonth reminds us that mental health doesn’t exist in isolation.
That’s why the work of our member Manchester Mind is so important. Their advice service helps people stabilise their situation and rebuild confidence.
Need support? Visit: https://www.manchestermind.org/
AdviceUK addresses recent DWP policy changes affecting disability benefits and employment support.
We welcome the Government’s move to help disabled people to try work without fear of losing benefits. However, we urge the Government not to impose any further restrictions on entitlement.
We’ll respond to the Timms Review on PIP. Members with insight, please get in touch: https://bit.ly/4cdPnDL
Half of people in debt also experience mental health problems.
That's why this World Health Day we’re highlighting our member @mentalhealthuk.bsky.social and their Mental Health & Money Advice service.
Hear from Graham on the service's impact ⬇️
ow.ly/AUHa50YCjFe
Advice work can be tough to do alone. That’s why feedback from members like Saffron Lane Neighbourhood Council means so much.
Want a network that strengthens your service?
Learn more about AdviceUK membership: https://bit.ly/4dQU9JM
AdviceUK announces its response to the Home Office's Asylum Appeals Consultation on a purple background.
The Home Office has launched a consultation on reforms to the asylum appeals system, including a new Independent Appeals Body. AdviceUK will respond and welcomes member insight. Contact details are in our latest blog: https://bit.ly/4rYbq7j
Please reach out by April 15.
AdviceUK announces response to the Timms Review on Personal Independence Payment with a call for evidence.
The DWP has launched a call for evidence for the Timms Review into PIP. AdviceUK is preparing a response and we want members’ experiences represented. Share your insights by 14 May. Find the contact details in our latest blog: https://bit.ly/41Cqj4q
Graphic introducing speakers for AdviceUK Member Forum on April 22, featuring representatives from Royal Free Charity, Stop Loan Sharks, and AdvicePro.
Our next Member Forum is packed with brilliant speakers and practical insights.
Join us to hear from The Royal Free Charity Support Hub, Stop Loan Sharks, and more.
See you all then!
📅 22 April
Exclusive to AdviceUK members.
Only 1 in 10 advice organizations feel financially secure for the coming year, highlighting funding challenges.
Advice services are a lifeline, but keeping them sustainable is tougher than ever.
Our FREE Funding Toolkit offers resources to diversify income, assess your strategies and insights into the kind of resources our members access every month.
Download it now: https://bit.ly/4bAB0cG
Thank you @cse.org.uk for sharing the incredible impact your advice line has and for supporting this year's #AdviceSaves campaign during #AdviceWeek.
Thank you for your support of #AdviceSaves and #AdviceWeek and we hope that your pop up stall was welcomed by your community 💜
Free support for Disabled people across the UK under threat as advice centres face surging demand and funding shortages, finds @adviceuk.bsky.social
https://buff.ly/3ZIiSJ0 @disrightsuk.bsky.social #Disability 🧵 1/2
1️⃣🎥 Meet Matthew – with a significant hearing impairment, he was unable to cope until he accessed help from his local Deaf and Disabled people’s organisation.
Our powerful film showcases how advice services can transform lives. #AdviceSaves
www.youtube.com/watch?v=S157...
2️⃣💬 “I was really anxious – I was up at night worrying about not having enough money. If it hadn’t been for their help, I would still be struggling to get by. I feel very lucky to have had their support.” – Matthew 💬 👇 (2/3)
3️⃣ Yet advice centres nationwide are at breaking point. Our #AdviceUK research shows that long-term funding & resources are urgently needed to ensure they can continue to help those who need it.
#AdviceSaves (3/3)
You can read more about Zainab’s views on the funding challenges facing the advice sector and Lisa’s views on the importance of training here - bit.ly/4ijor84
Speech bubble with AdviceUK logo: We asked our members what 3 things they want to see from the government and this is what they said:
Our #AdviceSaves campaign is pushing for action to support the independent advice sector. We asked members for the top 3 changes they want from government - here’s what they said. Thanks to Nishkam Centre, Talking Money & all who shared ideas. bit.ly/advice-saves...