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Access to help

Vulnerability

The London Borough of Barking and Dagenham are keen to support all residents within the borough including those who may be deemed vulnerable. We want to ensure you have enough time to seek debt advice and receive support if you need it. If you are finding it difficult to pay this debt you can get free confidential advice from the following charities.

Wider support is also available. Below is a list of other services that could be helpful.

Help and support

Freephone: 0808 808 4000

Webchat available

National Debtline website

Freephone: 0808 138 7777 / WhatsApp: +44 7701 342 744

Webchat available

The Money and Advice Service

Adviceline (England): 0800 144 8848

Relay UK – if you can’t hear or speak on the phone, you can type what you want to say: 18001 then 0800 144 8884

Webchat available

Citizens Advice Bureau website