AdviceUK

AdviceUK is the largest network of advice giving organisations in the UK. All our members give impartial advice to members of the public and the community.

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This #BlackBritishHistoryMonth, we're reflecting on the lasting impact of the Windrush scandal.

For many individuals and families across generations, its consequences are still being felt today, affecting housing, employment, education, healthcare, financial security and mental wellbeing.

A few months back, we partnered with the Black Equity Organisation to explore:
▪️ The scandal and its ongoing effects
▪️ Why advice and advocacy support are essential
▪️ Where to get help, including Black Equity Organisation's signposting directory

👉 Read the full blog on our website: https://t.co/mqypx5bUEP

Learn more on the lived reality for many Black Britons through BEO’s impactful film on the Race Relations Act: https://t.co/C0MfvmNL2W

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Being part of AdviceUK means you're never navigating challenges alone.

Hear from Misak Ohanian, CEO of CAIA, on how AdviceUK's team has supported the organisation throughout its journey, providing practical guidance, valuable connections and regular updates on funding and sector developments.

Join over 700+ advice organisations benefiting from AdviceUK membership.

🔗 Explore AdviceUK membership today: https://t.co/w8gpPruBdC

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🧠 AdviceUK has welcomed the government’s £343m investment in up to 159 new neighbourhood #MentalHealth centres across England, but said free and independent advice services must be embedded alongside NHS care.

Read the full piece coverage here: https://t.co/gJbrpAgJ0T

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AdviceUK Policy and Public Affairs Officer Willem van de Ven asked a panel of legal aid experts at Labour Party Conference, including the Minister for Courts and Legal Services and the Chair of the Justice Select Committee, Catherine Atkinson MP, what steps can be taken to address the crisis in the advice sector workforce.

Atkinson expressed interest in a government-led National Advice Workforce Strategy.

AdviceUK will continue to campaign for measures to improve the sustainability of the advice workforce.

Join our #AdviceSaves campaign during #AdviceWeek (19-23 October) to help us amplify the impact of advice services and call for the support the sector needs: https://t.co/lU8cd3mTbv

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Celebrating 40 years of impact.

Founded by Misak Ohanian, CAIA began with a powerful mission: building bridges towards equality, opportunity, cultural identity and greater inclusivity for Armenians
in the UK and the wider community. Today, that same commitment to social justice continues.

In our latest AdviceUK Member Spotlight, hear from CEO Misak and Legal Adviser Arthur about the journey, challenges and achievements behind four decades of supporting and empowering people

▶️ Watch the full story now on YouTube: https://t.co/xi9RCN4qKE

🔗Learn more about AdviceUK membeship: https://t.co/hiLSJsIGYH

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AdviceUK are attending as many relevant fringe events as possible to raise awareness of free, independent advice services for our members at the annual Labour Party conference in Liverpool.

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Interesting discussion at @nesta_uk event on Govt's 10 year health plan on how they can deliver on prevention. @AdviceUK 's @Zubhaque asks the Minister for Public Health and Patient Safety why free, independent advice services do not have more sustainable funding when they are the front door of prevention for the public.

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Advice can make all the difference. According to @AdviceUK’s latest survey, 88% of UK adults agree that everyone should have access to free, independent advice, while 89% say getting advice early helps prevent problems from escalating.

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UK public sees free, independent advice as an essential local service. Why isn’t the Government treating it that way? https://t.co/lKoE1DFb9r

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“Free, independent and timely advice is prevention in practice.”

85% of the UK public agree free, independent advice should be an essential local service.
AdviceUK CEO Liz Bayram asks: why isn't Government treating it that way?

🔗Read her new piece: https://t.co/7F4ALW3x3n

#AdviceSaves

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But there is a gap: only 49% of UK adults are confident they could find free and independent advice if they needed help tomorrow.

51% of advice organisations responding to an AdviceUK survey have had to turn people away because they lacked capacity.

This is the gap Government must close. Free and independent advice is essential local infrastructure.

Read the full report: https://t.co/1PN1x6rDI8

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What does the UK public really think about free, independent advice?

▪️89% of UK adults say early advice stops problems getting worse.
▪️88% of people say everyone should have access to it.
▪️85% say it should be an essential local service.

Our new national poll 👇
https://t.co/1PN1x6rDI8

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Want to improve your funding applications?

In this clip from our latest AdviceUK Member Forum, funding experts Get Grants share tips on writing problem statements that capture funders' attention.

This is just a snapshot of the support available through AdviceUK membership.

Join today to access exclusive member forums, specialist resources, and tailored support designed to help your organisation thrive.

🔗 Learn more about membership: https://t.co/r3Ryp8D0kV

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📢 Up to £70K in funding for advice services!

After taking a break over August, our member Funding Update is back this month, packed with opportunities ranging from £20K to £70K.

Not a member yet? Join now to receive funding updates like this: https://t.co/xQrCxDigps

Members, make sure to check your inboxes on September 24 if you:

✅ do community-led work that tackles systemic racism in Scotland.

✅ are a specialist domestic abuse organisation providing counselling (UK-wide).

✅ work building social connections across different communities in England.

✅ provide placed-based services to a community or specific groups (UK-wide)

✅lead projects providing safety and shelter, supporting wellbeing and inclusion, developing life skills, and reducing isolation (UK-wide)

#AdviceSector #CharityFunding

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We're pleased to share that work is now under way on our £1.5m, seven-year Propel programme to transform London's advice sector workforce.

Building on three years of Propel delivery, which has seen more than 100 Learning to Advise qualifications and NVQs completed, the programme will now support the whole workforce journey: entry, progression, management and leadership. The first two years will focus on co-design and testing, working with the sector to understand its needs while making sure the legacy of our existing Propel work is carried forward.

Our aim is a workforce that is representative, sustainable and genuinely community-led, with community-led organisations owning their own workforce development infrastructure by the end. We'll share what we learn along the way, including what doesn't work.

More on how organisations can get involved will follow soon.

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📢 The #AdviceSaves 2026 Supporter Toolkit is here!

With #AdviceWeek 2026 fast approaching (19-23 October), now is the perfect time to start planning your activity and get involved in this year's campaign.

The theme for Advice Week 2026 is The Life-changing Impact of Advice. Together, we'll shine a spotlight on the incredible difference free, independent advice makes to people's lives, communities and public services.

The toolkit includes:

✅ Ready-made social media graphics and copy

✅ Guidance on engaging MPs, MSPs, MSs and local stakeholders

✅ Advice Week branding and campaign assets, including email banners and video backgrounds

We’re asking for your support in calling for advice to be recognised as an essential local service that requires stable long-term funding, and a national advice workforce strategy.

📥 Download your toolkit today: https://t.co/Lhj6eYrSQc

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Join us on 30 September for the next AdviceUK Scotland Member Forum.

This online session will bring together colleagues from:

✅ Scottish Legal Aid Board

✅ ACVO

✅ Consumer Sctoland

✅ AdviceUK

A valuable opportunity to learn, share experiences and connect with fellow AdviceUK members.

📩 Register via the Eventbrite link included in your Forum invitation and the latest Scotland Member Update.

If you have any trouble accessing it, please get in touch with our Membership Team: https://t.co/6l95y2k2Qf

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Housing Options Scotland, the national charity that provides free information and advice to help disabled people, older adults and veterans to make informed decisions about housing, is going out on tour across Scotland this Autumn.

Wednesday 30 September - Wednesday 28 October 2026

Dundee. Aberdeen. Ayr. Glasgow. Edinburgh.

Come along to find out what your housing options are.

Book your free place here ➡️ https://t.co/DM8kjnu0yj

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Running an independent advice service can be rewarding, but it can also feel isolating.

Join our free virtual coffee lounge on 22 September 10-11AM to chat with the AdviceUK Membership Team, explore member benefits, discover available support, and get your questions answered in a relaxed, informal setting.

Drop in for 10 minutes or stay for the hour. We'd love to meet you!

🔗Register through the AdviceUK portal: https://t.co/0nxDimLFKp