Citizens Advice Bureau is using Debt Awareness Week, which runs from March 16 to March 20, to highlight the growing issue of problem debt and the support available to those affected.
The organisation said the week was an opportunity to raise awareness and encourage discussion about financial wellbeing, responsible lending and the practical help available to individuals and families struggling with debt.
Citizens Advice Bureau said debt could affect mental health, relationships, housing security and overall wellbeing, and that many people found it difficult to know where to turn for reliable advice.
The organisation said Debt Awareness Week underscored the importance of accessible, impartial advice and early intervention, adding that…