Citizens Advice Westminster

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Have you checked our Events Calendar to see where you can find our all our drop in sessions this week around the borough?

🚨 Are you worried about your gambling habits?

You can ask your bank to limit how much you spend on gambling.

There are other steps you can take ⤵️
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Citizens Advice Online free advice from Citizens Advice to help you find a way forward, whatever the problem. Our research enables us to campaign on issues affecting people's lives.

If you need info or advice over the weekend - or any time - check out our huuuge website www.citizensadvice.org.uk

🎟️ Have you bought event tickets from an official seller?

You can get a refund if the organiser cancels, moves or reschedules the event.

Find out what your consumer rights are ⤵️
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Did you know this? Do check your #pension 👇

From Westminster Council
If you're 16-25 living, working or studying in Westminster, apply for our £1000 funding grant to make your business idea a reality

Successful applicants will get a £1K grant to invest in their business idea & 40+ hrs support to help them reach their goals

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Have you seen that we have outreach venues all across the borough? You can drop in at one of our Information Hubs so check out one near you: buff.ly/O9XZmRv

Reporting scams can help to track down scammers and protect others.

You can report scams to:
➡️ 7726 for texts
➡️ report@phishing.gov.uk for emails
➡️ @ASA_UK for adverts
➡️ @royalmail for letters

Check what steps you can take ⤵️
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#ShopAware

Report a scam If you've been scammed, there are organisations you should report the scam to. Find out how to report a scam and what information to gather.

Reporting scams can help to track down scammers and protect others.

You can report scams to:
➡️ 7726 for texts
➡️ report@phishing.gov.uk for emails
➡️ @ASA_UK for adverts
➡️ @royalmail for letters

#shopaware
Check what steps you can take ⤵️

Getting your money back if you paid by card or PayPal Check how to get a refund if you paid for something by credit card, debit card, charge card, or PayPal. Find out about 'Section 75' and 'chargeback'.

👻 Ghosted by a seller?

Whether it’s a missing pair of new trainers or a new dress that never arrived, there are steps you can take to get your money back if you paid by card or PayPal.

Our advice can help you be #ShopAware ⤵️

Something's gone wrong with a purchase Information for if something's gone wrong with a purchase. Get help if you're a consumer who's had an issue with a purchase you've made and need advice.

🛍️ Do you know your rights when a clothes or shoes order goes wrong?

From fake online shops, delivery delays and refund policies - we can help you understand what you’re entitled to.

Find out what you need to know to stay #ShopAware online ⤵️

📦 Still waiting on a parcel?

It’s the seller’s legal responsibility to make sure your order reaches you.

If it’s missing, ask for a redelivery or check if you can get a refund ⤵️

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#ShopAware

Don’t get stuck with a broken zip or shoes that don’t fit.

✅ Understanding your consumer rights when shopping online is the best way to protect your money and new purchases.

Find all our free online advice on our website ⤵️
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#ShopAware

🛍️ Have you bought something that’s fake or counterfeit?

You have the legal right to a refund. You can also report the seller to Trading Standards or report them for fraud.

Check your consumer rights ⤵️
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Today sees the start of our 2nd 2025/2026 Consumer Awareness campaign. It's a week of activity aiming to help consumers #ShopAware when online shopping, focusing specifically on buying clothes /footwear online. So keep an eye on #shopaware!

You’re entitled to paid holidays if you’re an employee or a worker - including an agency worker.

🗓️ You have to take your holiday in a period called a ‘leave year’.

We can help you understand your rights at work ⤵️
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Have you seen our calendar of our Information Hub drop in centres? They are all over the borough so there's likely to be one just near you: buff.ly/sKCydp9

From: Westminster City Council @citywestminster.bsky.social
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Aged 11-18 (or up to 25 with SEND) who is interested in becoming the next elected Member of Youth Parliament?

Or do you know a young person who could represent young voices in Westminster?

Applications close March 23: bit.ly/49biLYw

From: Westminster City Council @citywestminster.bsky.social

Winter can feel isolating – but you’re not alone.

Free activities and support are available across Westminster providing opportunities to connect with others and try new things: bit.ly/4k31AyD

Some #toptips to fight damp and condensation 👇

More info about #pensioncredit 👇

Are you a pensioner or know someone who is living on the minimum? Have a look at #pensioncredit which can help with extra income and access to other benefits www.ageuk.org.uk/information-...

Thanks for this reminder of your #consumerrights

A warning sign with an exclamation mark above the text: "Be scam aware. Whenever you receive a one-time passcode from a company, never share this with anyone else." The background features a blurred image of a person using a laptop.

⚠️ Be wary of unsolicited calls claiming to be from your bank or a brand you use. Legitimate companies will never contact you first asking for passwords or one-time passcodes.

Learn more about spotting scams ⤵️
https://bit.ly/2X31puV

Citizens Advice volunteers smiling and talking to each other outside, wearing Citizens Advice lanyards. Text reads: “Thank you to our student volunteers!”. Hashtag #SVW2026 on the top left which stands for Student Volunteering Week 2026.

We’re celebrating Student Volunteering Week 🎉

Our incredible student volunteers at local Citizens Advice and the Witness Service make a real difference every day.

Whether online, on the phone or in person, thank you for helping people find a way forward!

#SVW2026

From : Westminster City Council @citywestminster.bsky.social
Feeling lonely? You're not alone. Free activities and support are available across Westminster to help you connect: buff.ly/c0zVzQb

One for the diary - our monthly #datainsights session for February is looking at #debt. Tune in on 26th February 2=3pm👇

Generalist Adviser/Caseworker (Trainee Considered) – Westminster Citizens Advice Bureau Service Website Citizens Advice Westminster

Would you like to join our amazing team supporting the residents of Westminster with their problems? We are looking for a Generalist Adviser/Caseworker and you have until 13th February to apply: buff.ly/Wy2iMbT #job #vacancy

From Citizens Advice Arun & Chichester @arunchica.bsky.social

👥 7 in 10 UK adults have received suspicious texts.
🤔 But over 2/3 don’t know how to report them.
🚨 Forwarding to 7726 helps your phone provider investigate the number to make sure you’re not targeted again.

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Helpline Opening Times – Westminster Citizens Advice Bureau Service 0808 278 7834 This service is for Westminster residents only. Monday to Friday, 9.15am to 4pm Please select option 4 to speak to us. Please note our Wednesday evening telephone service has been…

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