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If you are worried about your finances and need help to tackle debt, don’t struggle alone – a new locally-focused website can help. Barking and Dagenham Money has been developed as part of our work with our partners to tackle the challenges people face around money and debt.As well as helping you take control of […]

Current information regarding Ukraine Supporting your child if they see upsetting content online about what is happening in Ukraine (Childnet)https://www.childnet.com/blog/supporting-your-child-with-upsetting-content/ We should not hide from children what is happening in Ukraine (Schools Week/Children’s Commissioner)https://schoolsweek.co.uk/we-should-not-hide-from-children-what-is-happening-in-ukraine/ How to talk to children about what’s happening in Ukraine and World War Three anxiety (Metro)https://metro.co.uk/2022/02/24/how-to-talk-to-children-about-whats-happening-in-ukraine-16163133/ Help for teachers and families […]

Following the tragic death of Sarah Everard in March this year, the police have launched a new initiative to make sure this doesn’t happen again. Women will now be able to request verification of an officer’s identity if they’re approached by an on duty, plain clothed officer.  It is very unusual for a single plain clothed […]

Did you know if you are receiving Universal Credit, courses leading to a nationally recognised qualification are free? If you are seeking work and receive, Council Tax Benefit you may also be entitled to a free qualification course.