Publications
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Redundancy: Debts owed to you by your employer - How to claim them from the Government04 December 2020Despite the recent extension to the furlough scheme, Advice NI is concerned that, sadly, many businesses may find themselves unable to continue trading, or may need to reduce their staffing levels: As a result, many employees may face a redundancy situation. |
Social Policy Briefing Papers |
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Annual Report 202003 December 2020Advice NI Annual Report 2019/20. |
Annual Reports |
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A Mutual Regional Bank: An Alternative to our Broken System11 November 2020This paper discusses the concept of a mutual regional bank, an alternative to our current banking options which in their current form do not adequately offer the financial services that meet the needs of ordinary people or the real economy. |
Social Policy Briefing Papers |
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Advice NI Response to Second Independent Review of the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Assessment Process in Northern Ireland02 October 2020Advice NI submitted recommendations to the first Independent Review of the Assessment Process in NI (attached with this submission), and we welcome this opportunity to contribute to the second independent review. |
Consultation Responses |
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Inquiry into Universal Credit 5-Week Wait Consultation Response07 September 2020The Work and Pensions Committee launched an Inquiry into the Universal Credit wait for a first payment. Advice NI made a submission to the Inquiry and in this paper we provide a summary of the response. |
Consultation Responses |
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Annual Report 201921 July 2020Advice NI Annual Report 2018/19. |
Annual Reports |
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Illegal Lending – The Human Story06 July 2020In 2018, the UK government announced a new crack down on illegal lending for the first time ever Northern Ireland (NI). This work focused on an educational campaign to raise awareness of the support available for vulnerable communities in relation to illegal lending. |
Social Policy Reports |
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Advice NI Response to Dept. for Economy Energy Strategy Consultation03 July 2020The Advice NI policy team responded to the Department for the Economy’s consultation on their Energy Strategy. |
Consultation Responses |
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Concerns about digital social security appeal hearings03 July 2020In light of public health concerns associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, Northern Ireland’s president of Tribunals and The Appeals Service (TAS) have suspended all in-person oral tribunal hearings until further notice. Read the briefing paper from our policy team. |
Social Policy Briefing Papers |
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Post-COVID Guidelines for the Advice Sector: Benching-marking against other sectors23 June 2020The Advice NI policy team has compiled a range of guidance notes and information to help you prepare your offices and centres for the safe return of staff, ensure safe workplace and working-from-home practices, and support staff after the lock down. |
Social Policy Briefing Papers |
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Universal Credit and Redundancy Payments03 June 2020 |
Social Policy Briefing Papers |
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Annual Report 201822 May 2020 |
Annual Reports |
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June 201903 October 2019 |
Think Policy Newsletter |
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May 201903 October 2019 |
Think Policy Newsletter |
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April 201903 October 2019 |
Think Policy Newsletter |
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March 201903 October 2019 |
Think Policy Newsletter |
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February 201903 October 2019 |
Think Policy Newsletter |
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January 201903 October 2019 |
Think Policy Newsletter |
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December 201803 October 2019 |
Think Policy Newsletter |
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October 201803 October 2019 |
Think Policy Newsletter |
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September 201803 October 2019 |
Think Policy Newsletter |
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July 201803 October 2019 |
Think Policy Newsletter |
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June 201803 October 2019 |
Think Policy Newsletter |
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May 201803 October 2019 |
Think Policy Newsletter |
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The independent advice network: Planning and Preparing for a No Deal Brexit02 October 2019 |
Social Policy Briefing Papers |
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Welfare Reform Mitigations: Less Than 1 Year to Cliff Edge23 September 2019On 8th April 2019, Advice NI and NICVA facilitated a media morning to highlight the welfare reform mitigations cliff edge NI faces in one year |
Social Policy Briefing Papers |
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Finance Support Briefing Paper12 September 2019Finance Support is the unit responsible for managing the new social welfare financial support funds. Read the latest briefing paper from our policy team that covers the eligibility criteria and how to apply. |
Social Policy Briefing Papers |
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Welfare Reform Mitigations12 September 2019We’re heading towards a Welfare Reform Mitigations cliffedge and thousands of vulnerable people across Northern Ireland may be facing a substantial drop in income. Read the latest mitigations discussion paper by Professor Eileen Evason and our head of Policy, Kevin Higgins. |
Social Policy Briefing Papers |
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Benefit Freeze12 September 2019The [Work & Pensions] Committee has compiled evidence that shows that ending the benefits freeze a year early, [in 2019], would lift 200,000 people out of poverty. Read the latest briefing paper on the benefit freeze from our policy team. |
Social Policy Briefing Papers |
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Business Debtline Service: Tax Sheet 19-2011 April 2019 |
Business Debtline Factsheets |
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Mitigations on a ‘Cliff Edge’17 December 2018Advice NI, Housing Rights and the Law Centre (NI) today (Friday 30th November 2018) launched a joint report which highlights the approaching 2020 ‘cliff edge’ when funding for the mitigation package agreed as part of the Fresh Start Agreement in 2015 is due to expire. |
Social Policy Reports |
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Business Debtline Service: Extra Info for Budget Sheets08 November 2018 |
Business Debtline Factsheets |
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Business Debtline Service: 11 - DMPs08 November 2018 |
Business Debtline Factsheets |
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Business Debtline Service: 10 - Bankruptcy08 November 2018 |
Business Debtline Factsheets |
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Business Debtline Service: 9 - Statutory Demands08 November 2018 |
Business Debtline Factsheets |
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Business Debtline Service: 8 - Partnerships08 November 2018 |
Business Debtline Factsheets |
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Business Debtline Service: 7 - Tax Debts08 November 2018 |
Business Debtline Factsheets |
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Business Debtline Service: 6 - Credit Control08 November 2018 |
Business Debtline Factsheets |
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Business Debtline Service: 5 - Limited Company08 November 2018 |
Business Debtline Factsheets |
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Business Debtline Service: 4 - Sole Traders08 November 2018 |
Business Debtline Factsheets |
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Business Debtline Service: 3 - Business Leases08 November 2018 |
Business Debtline Factsheets |
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Business Debtline Service: 2 - Business Rates08 November 2018 |
Business Debtline Factsheets |
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Business Debtline Service: 1 - IVAs08 November 2018 |
Business Debtline Factsheets |
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Making Universal Credit Better31 July 2018 |
Guide |
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Rights4Seniors Supporting Active Engagement Project19 June 2018Supporting people aged 55+ to go online and access their rights and entitlements |
Social Policy Reports |
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Evaluation of Advice NI's Building Resilience in Retirement Project19 June 2018Building Resilience in Retirement Project Report |
Social Policy Reports |
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Managing Change Infographic05 June 2018 |
Social Policy Reports |
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Managing Change - Project Evaluation Report05 June 201827th April 2018 |
Social Policy Reports |
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Advice NI Annual Report 201723 November 2017Advice NI Annual Report 2017 |
Annual Reports |
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Advice NI Response to Improving Lives Consultation22 February 2017 |
Consultation Responses |
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Punishing the Self-Employed08 December 2016Universal Credit in Northern Ireland: Punishing the Self-Employed |
Social Policy Reports |
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Annual Report 201608 December 2016Advice NI Annual Report 2016 |
Annual Reports |
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MASP Evaluation Report 201404 October 2016Money Advice Support Programme Evaluation Report 2014 |
Social Policy Reports |
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Standards of Lending Practice12 August 2016New Standards of Lending Practice for personal customers (the Standards) will replace the Lending Code and will bring an increased focus on ensuring good customer outcomes.The new standards build upon the foundations of the Lending Code and will become effective from 1st October 2016. |
DebtAction Resources |
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Annual Report 2014-1511 August 2016Advice NI Annual Report 2015 |
Annual Reports |
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New vulnerability guidance for debt and money advisers05 August 2016A new guide for advice agencies on treating clients in vulnerable situations has been launched by the Money Advice Trust. The guide builds on the charity’s existing 12-step guidance for creditors on vulnerability, and aims to help all advice agencies better support their advisers in this area |
DebtAction Resources |
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Which? Launch New 2016 Pension Guide05 August 2016Which? have recently launched their 2016 guide which should help you become pension savvy, as it explains the pension basics, the significant changes to pensions, explores how to maximise retirement income and what tax bills might look like if you cash your pension all in. |
DebtAction Resources |
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Advice NI Response to DFP Non-Dom Rating System25 January 2016Advice NI response to the Department of Finance and Personnel’s Review of Northern Ireland’s Non-Domestic Rating System |
Consultation Responses |
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Benefit Sanctions in Northern Ireland Oct 201511 January 2016Advice NI has become increasingly concerned about the impact of benefit sanctions as applied by Job Seekers Allowance (JSA) decision makers based on information relating to claimants participation on the Steps to Success employment programme. |
Social Policy Reports |
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Christmas Tips 201502 December 2015The festive season is fast approaching so Debt Action NI has put together some tips on how to manage your money better in order to reduce the post-Christmas debt and to ensure you have a Happy New Year. |
DebtAction Resources |
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Advice NI Response to Community Planning Partners consultation01 June 2015 Advice NI response to The draft Local Government (Community Planning Partners) Order (Northern Ireland) 2015 |
Consultation Responses |
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Advice NI response to Review of Access to Justice and Scope of Legal Aid...01 January 2015 Advice NI response to Access to Justice Review (2) & Scope of Civil Legal Aid |
Consultation Responses |
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Advice NI Response to the Draft Budget 2015-1601 January 2015 Advice NI response to Draft Budget 2015-16 |
Consultation Responses |
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Advice NI's Business Debtline Impact Report17 December 2014A report analysing the impact of Advice NI's Business Debtline during its first year of operation |
Annual Reports |
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Advice NI Response to the advice strategy consultation Dec 201401 December 2014 Advice NI response to “Advising, Supporting, Empowering”- A strategy for the Delivery of Generalist Advice Services in Northern Ireland 2015-2020 |
Consultation Responses |
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ANI Membership Profile Report 201415 November 2014 Advice NI Membership Profile Report 2014 |
Membership Profile Reports |
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ANI Annual Report 201410 November 2014 Advice NI Annual Report 2014 |
Annual Reports |
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Advice NI Strategic Plan 2014-1710 November 2014 Advice NI Strategic Plan 2014-17 |
Annual Reports |
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Advice NI's Debt Action NI Annual Report 2013-201430 September 2014Between April 2013 and March 2014 Debt Action NI dealt with over 5,200 clients with almost £62.3 million of debt. |
Annual Reports |
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NIASC Advice Quality Standard August 201401 August 2014 NIASC Advice Quality Standard |
NI Advice Services Consortium Reports |
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NIASC Draft Advice Sector Minimum Training Requirement NEW JUL 201401 July 2014 NIASC Draft Advice Sector Minimum Training Requirements |
NI Advice Services Consortium Reports |
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NIASC Information to members re quality standard work March 201401 March 2014 NIASC Information to Members re Quality Standard Work |
NI Advice Services Consortium Reports |
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NIASC Template Recording Categories v3 Jan1401 January 2014 NIASC Template Recording Categories v3 |
NI Advice Services Consortium Reports |
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NIASC Why Advice Matters01 January 2014 NIASC Why Advice Matters: Welfare Reform and the Value of Independent Advice |
NI Advice Services Consortium Reports |
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Food Banks Policy Report02 December 2013This paper aims to explore the issues and provide a basis for further discussion of the growth of food banks in NI. |
Social Policy Reports |
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Growth of Foodbanks in NI01 December 2013 Turning the Tide - The Growth of Foodbanks in Northern Ireland |
Social Policy Reports |
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Advice NI's Debt Action NI Impact Report 2012-201325 November 2013A report into the impact Debt Action NI has had during its first year of operation. |
Annual Reports |
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ANI Annual and Membership Report 201301 November 2013 Advice NI Membership Profile Report 2013 |
Membership Profile Reports |
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Advice NI response to Tax Free Childcare October 201301 October 2013 Advice NI Consultation Response to Tax-Free Childcare |
Consultation Responses |
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Expensive Lending in Northern Ireland: A Discussion Paper23 May 2013The Executive must do more to tackle the damaging and dangerous levels of payday and illegal lending in Northern Ireland, according to a report produced by NICVA and Advice NI. |
Social Policy Reports |
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Tax Credits Undisclosed Partner Interventions 201301 May 2013 Tax Credits: Undisclosed Partner Interventions |
Social Policy Reports |
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Advice NI response to discretionary_support_consultation_feedback_form April 201301 April 2013 Advice NI response to Discretionary Support Consultation Feedback Form |
Consultation Responses |
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Save Money - Reduce Waste21 March 2013Belfast City Council have produced a factsheet about reducing waste |
DebtAction Resources |
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Advice NI response to DSD Benefit Uptake Consultation Feb 201301 February 2013 Advice NI response to ‘Maximising Incomes and Outcomes’- A 3 Year Plan For Improving The Uptake Of Benefits |
Consultation Responses |
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Advice NI Response to OFT - Power to Suspend Consumer Credit Licences15 January 2013 Advice NI response to the Office of Fair Trading’s Power to suspend Consumer Credit Licenses– Draft OFT guidance for licence holders |
Consultation Responses |
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Advice NI Child Benefit changes factsheet Jan 201301 January 2013 January 2013: Child Benefit Changes |
Social Policy Briefing Papers |
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Welfare Reform Bill Newsletter 3rd of December 201201 December 2012 Welfare Reform Bill Newsletter - Issue 3 |
Social Policy Briefing Papers |
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Welfare Reform Newsletter Tuesday 13th of November13 November 2012 Welfare Reform Bill Newsletter - Issue 2 |
Social Policy Briefing Papers |
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ANI Annual Report 201208 November 2012 Advice NI Annual Report 2012 |
Annual Reports |
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October - Welfare Reform Newsletter29 October 2012 Welfare Reform Bill Newsletter - Issue 1 |
Social Policy Briefing Papers |
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Advice NI Social Development Committee evidence23 October 2012 Official Report (Hansard) Welfare Reform Bill: Advice NI Briefing |
Social Policy Briefing Papers |
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Advice NI Social Policy Briefing Paper Welfare Reform Sep 201201 September 2012 Welfare Reform |
Social Policy Briefing Papers |
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Advice NI Response to WCA Call for Evidence September 201201 September 2012 Advice NI response to the Work Capability Assessment – A Call for Evidence |
Consultation Responses |
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Advice NI Response to DSD Discretionary Support Policy July 201201 July 2012 Advice NI Response to Discretionary Support Policy Consultation Paper |
Consultation Responses |
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2012 May Welfare Reform Update01 May 2012 Key Issues Coming to the Fore from the Welfare Reform Proposals. |
Social Policy Briefing Papers |
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Advice NI Social Policy Briefing Paper Mar 2012 Tax Credits doc01 March 2012 Couples with children - new working hours: rules for Working Tax Credit Update |
Social Policy Briefing Papers |
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ANI Social Policy Briefing Paper Tax Credits01 February 2012 Couples with children - new working hours: rules for Working Tax Credit |
Social Policy Briefing Papers |
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Advice NI Welfare Reform EQIA Response December 201101 December 2011 Advice NI response to Welfare Reform EQIA |
Consultation Responses |
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ANI Membership Profile Report 201114 November 2011 Advice NI Membership Profile Report 2011 |
Membership Profile Reports |
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ANI Annual Report 201107 November 2011 Advice NI Annual Report 2011 |
Annual Reports |
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Advice NI Social Policy Briefing Paper Sept 11 ESA01 September 2011 Welfare Reform Bill - ESA Proposals |
Social Policy Briefing Papers |
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Advice NI OFT Response Debt Management Guidance August 201101 August 2011 Advice NI response to the Debt Management (and Credit Repair Services) Guidance |
Consultation Responses |
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Social Policy BP Summer 2011 Cheques01 July 2011 The Future of Cheques? |
Social Policy Briefing Papers |
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Draft Policy for Developing Advocacy Services27 June 2011 Draft Policy for Developing Advocacy Services - A Guide for Commissioners, Mental Capacity Legislation Unit, DHSSPS |
Social Policy Reports |
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Advice NI Manifesto 201120 June 2011 Advice NI Manifesto 2011 |
Social Policy Reports |
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OFT Debt Collection Guidance 201111 June 2011 Advice NI response to the Debt Collection Guidance |
Consultation Responses |
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Guide to Debt Relief Orders10 June 2011This guide tells you what happens if you are granted a debt relief order (DRO). It is for general guidance only. If you are thinking of applying for a DRO, you should seek legal or financial advice. |
DebtAction Resources |
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Debt Relief Order Guide - Polish10 June 2011This guide tells you what happens if you are granted a debt relief order (DRO). It is for general guidance only. If you are thinking of applying for a DRO, you should seek legal or financial advice. |
DebtAction Resources |
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Debt Relief Order Guide - Lithuanian10 June 2011This guide tells you what happens if you are granted a debt relief order (DRO). It is for general guidance only. If you are thinking of applying for a DRO, you should seek legal or financial advice. |
DebtAction Resources |
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Debt Relief Order Guide - Cantonese10 June 2011This guide tells you what happens if you are granted a debt relief order (DRO). It is for general guidance only. If you are thinking of applying for a DRO, you should seek legal or financial advice. |
DebtAction Resources |
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Advice NI Response to he Future Regulation of Gambling in NI31 May 2011 Advice NI Response to the Future Regulation of Gambling in Northern Ireland |
Consultation Responses |
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Debt Action NI Report 09/1010 April 2011Debt Action NI is primarily a face to face debt advice service which has been in operation since November 2009. |
Annual Reports |
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Advice NI response to NI Draft Budget Feb 201101 February 2011 Advice NI response to Draft Budget 2011‐ 15 |
Consultation Responses |
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Advice NI response to DLA Reform Jan 201101 January 2011 Advice NI response to Disability Living Allowance Reform |
Consultation Responses |
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ANI Membership Profile Report 201013 November 2010 Advice NI Membership Profile Report 2010 |
Membership Profile Reports |
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ANI Annual Report 201006 November 2010 Advice NI Annual Report 2010 |
Annual Reports |
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AdviceNI response To Independent Review Lending Code20 September 2010 Advice NI Response to the Independent Review of the Lending Code |
Consultation Responses |
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Advice NI Response to BIS consultation16 September 2010 Advice NI response to the BIS consultation paper on Managing, Borrowing and Dealing with Debt |
Consultation Responses |
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Advice NI response to 21stC Welfare September 201001 September 2010 Advice NI response to 21st Century Welfare |
Consultation Responses |
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Advice NI SMI Briefing Paper September 201001 September 2010 Advice NI response to Support Mortgage Interest Scheme |
Social Policy Briefing Papers |
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Dealing with Mortgage Arrears16 July 2010When you miss payments on your mortgage or you feel at risk of missing payments, you should contact a Debt Action NI advisor immediately for free money advice. |
DebtAction Resources |
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Dealing with Rent Arrears10 July 2010If you are struggling to pay your rent and have missed payments, don’t panic our Debt Action NI Advisers are here to help. Rent is classified as a priority debt and has serious consequences if not paid on time. |
DebtAction Resources |
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Refused credit? Reasons and rights.10 July 2010When you apply for credit, lenders have to make sure that you are who you say you are and live where you say you live. |
DebtAction Resources |
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What options are available? Ways to deal with debt.10 July 2010There are a range of options available to help you to deal with your debt. Before deciding on any of the options please speak to a Debt Action NI Adviser. |
DebtAction Resources |
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How to Maximise Your Income10 July 2010Exploring ways to increase your income may help you to find extra money that can be used to pay your debts. |
DebtAction Resources |
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How to Budget - Better ways to manage your money.10 July 2010Budgeting is away of understanding your own money situation, knowing what money you have coming in and what you have going out.It’s also the first step to take if you are struggling with debt as it helps to show exactly how much money you have available |
DebtAction Resources |
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Hire Purchase (HP) These goods are mine aren’t they?10 July 2010Hire Purchase is a credit agreement which lets you get the goods right away and pay for them by instalments. A conditional sale agreement is similar. But with both these agreements you do not own the goods until you have paid the final payment. |
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Liability for Debts on Death10 July 2010How a person’s debt is dealt with when they die is a complicated matter and you should get advice immediately. In some instances an individual’s debt may die with him/her, although creditors may be entitled to make a claim. In other instances they may not |
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The Debt Advice Interview10 July 2010When you decide to contact a debt adviser, they will arrange an appointment for you to come and see them. You should let them know at this stage if you have any special requirements so they can meet your needs. |
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Debt Collection Agencies10 July 2010When you owe money and fall behind on your payments, your creditor might pass your details to a debt collection agency to collect what is owed. Collection agencies do not have any more legal powers than the original creditor. |
DebtAction Resources |
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Preparing for the 1st interview10 July 2010List of Information required from the client for the first Interview |
DebtAction Resources |
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Budget Planner10 July 2010Better ways to manage your money. |
DebtAction Resources |
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Bankruptcy09 July 2010Bankruptcy is an option that may suit you if you can no longer afford to pay your debts. |
DebtAction Resources |
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Dealing with Debt09 July 2010Are you worriedabout the amount of debt you have? Do you feel anxious about what might happen to you? Don’t panic! Help is at hand and there are several things that you can do to help ease the burden of your financial situation. |
DebtAction Resources |
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SMR Debt Publication June 201001 June 2010 Social Action Plan - Research on Helping Customers to Avoid/Manage Debt |
Social Policy Reports |
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Debt Advice for Prisoners and Ex-Offenders10 May 2010Debt can be an issue for many offenders. Research suggests that around half of all prisoners have a history of debt problems; a third of prisoners find that their problems get worse during their time in prison and 81% of offenders go on to claim benefits. |
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Debt Advice for People with Mental Health Problems10 May 2010According to research carried out by the Royal College of Psychiatrists, one in four people will have a mental health problem some time in their lives and one in three people with a serious mental health problem are in debt. |
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Debt Advice for People on Low Incomes10 May 2010As debt problems reach an unprecedented high, more and more people on low incomes are struggling to manage escalating debt. |
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Debt Advice for Older People10 May 2010Older people and pensioners are among the worst hit during hard times and retired people are finding it harder to manage as savings are eroded and everyday essentials increase in cost. |
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Dealing with Cancer10 May 2010Illness can strike at any time, the individual’s world stands still, but unfortunately the financial commitments will continue. A cancer diagnosis may not only affect the patient, but in many cases will financially affect the partner. |
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Debt Advice for Lone Parents09 May 2010Debt is one of the major causes of stress for lone parents. According to surveys carried out in Northern Ireland, three quarters of single parents are using credit to manage their finances and approximately 40% said they were "always in debt". |
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Advice NI response to social fund reform May 201001 May 2010 Advice NI response to Social Fund Reform: Debt, Credit and Low Income Households |
Consultation Responses |
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Advice NI response to welfare reform bill April 201001 April 2010 Advice NI paper for Committee Stage of the Welfare Reform Bill |
Consultation Responses |
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Systems Thinking Report the big idea March 201101 April 2010 The Big Idea: Putting People First |
Social Policy Reports |
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VLAS REPORT 201001 March 2010 Analysis of Training Provision in the Voluntary Legal Advice Sector |
Social Policy Reports |
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Advice NI Specialist research summary01 February 2010 What’s Special About ‘Specialist’ Advice? |
Social Policy Reports |
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Advice NI Response to DSD Guidance to Council01 January 2010 Advice NI response to Guidance on the Provision of Local Generalist Voluntary Advice |
Consultation Responses |
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Advice NI 2008 AGM Report Crunchtimes01 February 2009 Crunch Times at the Frontline |
Social Policy Reports |
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ASA response to DSD Strategy01 January 2009 Advice Services Alliance response to the DSD Strategy |
Consultation Responses |
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ANI Membership Profile Report 200812 November 2008 Advice NI Membership Profile Report 2008 |
Membership Profile Reports |
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ANI Annual Report 200805 November 2008 Advice NI Annual Report 2008 |
Annual Reports |
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OPAC Needs Analysis Report 200801 October 2008 Older Person Adviser Course Needs Analysis Research Report |
Social Policy Reports |
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ANI Membership Profile Report 200711 November 2007 Advice NI Membership Profile Report 2007 |
Membership Profile Reports |
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ANI Annual Report 200704 November 2007 Advice NI Annual Report 2007 |
Annual Reports |
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Advice NI Social Policy Briefing - Welfare Reform April 200701 April 2007 Welfare Reform: Challenges, Choices and International Insight |
Social Policy Briefing Papers |
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Housing Affordability EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 200701 April 2007 Affordable Homes: Impacts of restricted access to affordable housing across tenure groups |
Social Policy Reports |
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Advice NI response to Draft Charges Scheme for NI Water Ltd05 March 2007 Advice NI response to the Draft Charges Scheme for Northern Ireland Water Limited (NIWL) |
Consultation Responses |
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Advice NI response to CSA Consultation March 200701 March 2007 Consultation Paper on the White Paper ‘A New System of Child Maintenance’ |
Consultation Responses |
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Advice NI response to Treasury Committee March 200701 March 2007 Advice NI submission to Treasury Committee Regarding Tax Credits |
Consultation Responses |
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Advice NI response to PO Network consultation March 200701 March 2007 Advice NI response to the Post Office Network consultation |
Consultation Responses |
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Advice NI e-con Housing affordability report01 February 2007 Home Truths: Experiences of Buying and Renting in Northern Ireland |
Social Policy Reports |
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Advice NI response to NILSC Jan 0701 January 2007 Advice NI response to the Northern Ireland Legal Services Commission (NILSC) Consultation |
Consultation Responses |
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ANI Annual Report 200603 November 2006 Advice NI Annual Report 2006 |
Annual Reports |
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Advice NI response to Draft Water and Sewerage Services NI25 August 2006 Advice NI response to Proposal for a Draft Water and Sewerage Services (N. Ireland) Order 2006 |
Consultation Responses |
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Advice NI response to Developing a Registration Scheme30 June 2006 Advice NI’s response to the Northern Ireland Legal Services Commission Consultation: Exposure Document - Developing a Registration Scheme |
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