Talking about abuse. Domestic abuse is a prevalent crime and shocking fact of life in our county and country. Estimates are 1 in 4 women, 1 in 6 men suffer at some point in their lives. On average 2 women a week are killed by their partners. Behind Closed Doors, this week’s conference to raise […]
Latest bulletin from our friends at Trading Standards. Epsom fraud conviction National Scam Trap 2-week campaign from Monday 23 May Cybercriminals target Olympic sports fans Theatre ticket scammers on Facebook Text message fraud – premium rate charges Recalls: Lidl, Costco, Vauxhall….more Consumer news.
On the money. There’s a ‘Great Divide’ between financial insiders and outsiders. So said Bank of England Chief Economist Andy Haldane* last week (pic FT.com). And so say us at Citizens Advice. A lot needs to happen. Mr Haldane points to last year’s Bank Open Forum (attended by Citizens Advice Reigate & Banstead) showing a more […]
Citizens Advice service supports community rehabilitation. In the Queen’s Speech the government sets out far-reaching prison reform. There will be robust debate in the House and country about their merit and viability. At Citizens Advice Reigate & Banstead we believe wider discussion and public understanding will benefit a service we support in a variety of ways. […]
Big Thank You Roadshow, 1-3 June. Voluntary Action Reigate & Banstead is inviting everyone who volunteers or organises services to celebrate their achievements. The Big Thank You Roadshow visits town centres in: Horley Wednesday 1 June 10am-4pm (by Boots), Banstead Thursday 2 June 10am-4pm (by All Saints Church), Redhill Friday 3 June 10am-4pm (Marketplace). The Roadshow is part […]
Mental health conditions can make it hard to solve problems.
Important addition to mental health services. Safe Haven Redhill opened earlier this year and filled a large gap in local mental health services. For the first time people experiencing an emotional or mental health crisis can get help and support on evenings, weekends and bank holidays. Carers are welcome too. It’s informal and a lot […]
Latest bulletin from our friends at Trading Standards. Ticket fraud. Illegal sales to young people. Puppy sale fraud. Business cyber-attack extortion. Recalls: Asda/slippers, Argos/car seats, more..
April Update. Shared record meeting. Community engagement volunteers. Vacancies in engagement and administration. Call for views on South East Coast ambulance service. Have your say on local health and social care. Healthwatch Surrey News
Percentage game. The only housing available to many young professionals costs a prohibitive percentage of their income. This finding, published by The Observer (01/05/16), is a challenge to economic policy as well as the quality of life of those affected. The shortage of affordable accommodation is felt in all parts of the country. Living and working in the prosperous South-east is no protection. […]