Self Help
Many problems can be solved by finding out more about your rights and responsibilities. There are a number of free self-help resources from nationally recognised sources that can provide information to help you deal with particular problems. These include a range of factsheets and guides that can help you resolve straight forward problems with debt, housing, benefits, and employment and family issues. The Citizens Advice website provides detailed up to date on line information on how you can deal with a range of common problems. There are also a number of free national helplines and specialist websites that can assist you. If your problem has an urgent deadline (such as a court hearing or eviction), please contact one of the local advice service straight away for an appointment. Also see our factsheets section.
- Self help information from Citizens Advice
Citizens Advice website - Search for advice centres in all London boroughs
AdviceLocal - How to solve an everyday legal problem
AdviceNow - Legal Aid information
- Sample letters for debt problems
- Employment rights at work
- Consumer advice
- Consumer Rights
- Disability Rights
- Information and advice for carers
www.carersuk.org - Information and advice for single parents
www.gingerbread.org.uk - Information and advice for over 55 year olds
www.ageuk.org.uk - Immigration and advice for young people
www.youthaccess.org.uk - Tax advice
- Legal advice on family and relationship matters
- Community information directory for Tower Hamlets
- Find a solicitor – check for fees/charges, also see free Legal Advice Sessions page
Get advice early – whatever the problem, make sure you seek help as soon as possible.