A friend has suddenly fallen ill, which has made me think about getting my affairs in order. I’ve heard of setting up a lasting power of attorney, but I don’t really know where to begin, or if I really need to, as I’m not very old. The first thing to know is that anyone can … Continue reading December Advice Column
Conwy and Gwynedd Citizens Advice Merge to Enhance Free Advice Services
Cymraeg Conwy and Gwynedd Citizens Advice today announced the successful merger of their long-standing organisations, marking a significant step forward in their commitment to providing vital, free advice to communities across both counties. The unified service will continue to offer confidential and impartial advice to individuals facing a wide range of challenges, including issues related … Continue reading Conwy and Gwynedd Citizens Advice Merge to Enhance Free Advice Services
Supporting Disabled People
Cymraeg Ahead of the latest proposals to introduce new eligibility criteria for PIP and cut the UC health element, Citizens Advice Cymru has prepared data on the people who come to us for advice who have a long-term health condition or disability. Over the last year, Citizens Advice services in Wales helped over 63,000 people … Continue reading Supporting Disabled People
Conwy and Gwynedd Citizens Advice charities to merge
Cymraeg The Gwynedd and Conwy Citizens Advice charities are to merge on 1st July following decisions by the two Trustee Boards. The move will build on the success of a shared management structure which has been in place since April 2024, providing greater resilience and sustainability through reducing the administrative tasks involved in maintaining two … Continue reading Conwy and Gwynedd Citizens Advice charities to merge
Paid Training Opportunities
Closing date: 4th June 2025 We are offering paid training programmes for those wishing to gain essential skills in dealing with the public. Sessions will be held across Gwynedd and Conwy, with opportunities to work in CAB offices in Bangor, Caernarfon, Pwllheli, Dolgellau and Llandudno. Willingness to travel is a distinct advantage. We anticipate that … Continue reading Paid Training Opportunities
Have you been a victim of hate crime?
Cymraeg If you have been a victim of hate crime you can report it to the police or to the Wales Hate Support Centre (run by Victim Support). You can also report these crimes if you see them happen to someone else. Gwynedd Citizens Advice can support you in this process, especially if you want … Continue reading Have you been a victim of hate crime?
Need housing advice? (Video)
Cymraeg https://youtu.be/Itk7dzx_dMg?si=nokiuspPc7ve4V18 Get in touch https://cabgwynedd.wales/contact/
Ending violence against women starts with men
Cymraeg White Ribbon Day (25 November) marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and also launches the 16 Days of Activism, a global campaign to end gender-based violence. In Wales, between 2018 and 2023, recorded incidents of violence against women and girls increased by 37%. At least one in 12 women … Continue reading Ending violence against women starts with men
Warm Spaces – Croeso Cynnes
Darllen yn y Gymraeg Is the house cold? Fancy a chat or a cup of tea? A number of locations across Gwynedd want to offer a warm welcome for anyone to come in for a warm shelter, chat and a cup of tea. Go to the Gwynedd Council website to find out more or to … Continue reading Warm Spaces – Croeso Cynnes
Living on a negative budget
Cymraeg Citizens Advice charities have been writing to parliamentary candidates to draw attention to The National Red Index, a groundbreaking report from Citizens Advice that shows how almost 5 million people across the country are now in a household with a negative budget, including 1.5 million children. A further 2 million people are living on … Continue reading Living on a negative budget
