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Credit Crunch Advice

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This area is a hub of information for residents, business owners and/or heads of a community and voluntary sector organisation.

With the current economic downturn, there are a number of sources of help which Eastbourne Borough Council and the Eastbourne Credit Crunch Task Group would like to bring to your attention.

The key advice is: 

  1. Do not ignore the problem
  2. Do not panic
  3. Do get proper advice right away – it’s better to call earlier and check
Coping with the Economic Downturn
Coping with the Economic Downturn - [832 KB] Citizens Advice Bureau's Coping with the Economic Downturn guide
Work, Skills & Training Factsheet
Work, Skills & Training Factsheet - [385 KB] This factsheet gives you advice, information and resources to find the right job for you, and information about education, training and support locally.
What Benefits are you Entitled to? Factsheet
What Benefits are you Entitled to? Factsheet - [404 KB] This factsheet guides you through the help that is available, starting with the benefits your local councils can help you with.
Save Energy and Save Money Factsheet
Save Energy and Save Money Factsheet - [391 KB] This factsheet tells you how saving energy can cut your costs, starting with everyday adjustments you can make at home.
Keep Yourself and Enjoy Yourself - for Free Factsheet
Keep Yourself and Enjoy Yourself - for Free Factsheet - [394 KB] Here are some suggestions about the free places to go and things to do.
Dealing with Debt Factsheet
Dealing with Debt Factsheet - [394 KB] This factsheet guides you through the help and advice that is available if you are finding it difficult to cope financially, need help with managing your money, or are struggling with debt.
Advice for Businesses Factsheet
Advice for Businesses Factsheet - [393 KB] Whether your business needs help now, or whether you want to make sure your business is well placed for recovery when it comes, this factsheet provides useful information and directions to other sources of advice.