Interested in all things media, especially around consumer affairs and policy. Ex @TheEconomist, now leading PR for @citizensadvice. All views own etc!
What can the government do to create a society where every child has the opportunity to thrive?
Join us on 29 April to explore the experiences of children in poverty. Sign up to hear more: https://t.co/yLxiAwFgrH #CADataInsights
"People with low incomes just can't cope."
Dame Clare Moriarty, CEO of Citizens Advice, tells #R4Today they are 'very worried' about the rise in energy bills, saying the choices being made by families to afford bills compare to a 'Dickensian' struggle.
People are in debt.
We’re seeing this with the increase in the number of people coming to us for help with debt, and the size of the debt burden.
But why is this? Join us on 25 February, 2-3pm to hear more ⤵️
https://t.co/7yybkpWWXk #CADataInsights
Since the pandemic, more and more women have been seeking our advice.
Women like Maria who can’t work because of mental health problems caused by domestic violence ⤵️
📈Today we’ve published a report highlighting the high numbers of people we’re helping with energy billing issues. So far in 2024 (to the end of October) our services have helped over 52,000 people with billing issues, an 83% increase compared to the same point in 2020. (1 / 5)
📦 It’s here! Our annual #ParcelsLeagueTable is live.
We compared the biggest parcel companies on delivery problems, accessibility, customer service, and trust.
So, how did they perform? 🧵
Tom MacInnes, director of policy at Citizens Advice, tells #R4Today the Budget is a 'great opportunity' for the Chancellor to help 'some of the people who have been particularly badly hit', including private renters and people with disabilities.