Citizens Advice Central Dorset
@centraldorsetca.bsky.social
Dorchester, Sherborne, North Dorset, Weymouth & Portland Citizens Advice offering free, confidential, impartial and independent information and advice.
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Welcome to Citizens Advice Central Dorset. Contact details and opening times for our offices and outreaches can be found on the Dorchester, Gillingham, Sherborne and Weymouth & Portland contact pages. www.centraldorsetca.org.uk
There are some steps you can take to stop getting nuisance calls and texts that you don’t want.
You can register for free with the Telephone Preference Service to reduce nuisance calls.
Check our advice ⤵️
bit.ly/44cE8cf
You can register for free with the Telephone Preference Service to reduce nuisance calls.
Check our advice ⤵️
bit.ly/44cE8cf
November 28, 2025 at 8:30 AM
There are some steps you can take to stop getting nuisance calls and texts that you don’t want.
You can register for free with the Telephone Preference Service to reduce nuisance calls.
Check our advice ⤵️
bit.ly/44cE8cf
You can register for free with the Telephone Preference Service to reduce nuisance calls.
Check our advice ⤵️
bit.ly/44cE8cf
🏡 Are you moving home?
Let your energy supplier know so you don’t end up paying too much for your gas and electricity, or paying for energy you didn’t use.
Read our online advice ⤵️
bit.ly/4oRsXxu
Let your energy supplier know so you don’t end up paying too much for your gas and electricity, or paying for energy you didn’t use.
Read our online advice ⤵️
bit.ly/4oRsXxu
November 27, 2025 at 8:30 AM
🏡 Are you moving home?
Let your energy supplier know so you don’t end up paying too much for your gas and electricity, or paying for energy you didn’t use.
Read our online advice ⤵️
bit.ly/4oRsXxu
Let your energy supplier know so you don’t end up paying too much for your gas and electricity, or paying for energy you didn’t use.
Read our online advice ⤵️
bit.ly/4oRsXxu
There are some things to consider if you’re thinking of resigning from your job.
➡️ If you or your partner get any benefits like Universal Credit, check if stopping work will affect them.
Find out how your benefits might change when resigning ⤵️
bit.ly/4oPB7Gn
➡️ If you or your partner get any benefits like Universal Credit, check if stopping work will affect them.
Find out how your benefits might change when resigning ⤵️
bit.ly/4oPB7Gn
November 26, 2025 at 8:30 AM
There are some things to consider if you’re thinking of resigning from your job.
➡️ If you or your partner get any benefits like Universal Credit, check if stopping work will affect them.
Find out how your benefits might change when resigning ⤵️
bit.ly/4oPB7Gn
➡️ If you or your partner get any benefits like Universal Credit, check if stopping work will affect them.
Find out how your benefits might change when resigning ⤵️
bit.ly/4oPB7Gn
Did you know that Citizens Advice represents the consumers of postal services? Interesting to see Royal Mail coming out on top of this satisfaction survey: news.sky.com/story/best-a...
Best and worst parcel delivery companies revealed
Royal Mail, Amazon, DPD, Evri and Yodel have been ranked in light of a report from Citizens Advice, which finds millions of people are experiencing problems with their parcel deliveries.
news.sky.com
November 25, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Did you know that Citizens Advice represents the consumers of postal services? Interesting to see Royal Mail coming out on top of this satisfaction survey: news.sky.com/story/best-a...
Are you facing problems with damp in your home?
It’s your landlord’s responsibility to find out what’s causing the damp.
Here’s what you need to know ⤵️
bit.ly/3X2JzWN
It’s your landlord’s responsibility to find out what’s causing the damp.
Here’s what you need to know ⤵️
bit.ly/3X2JzWN
November 25, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Are you facing problems with damp in your home?
It’s your landlord’s responsibility to find out what’s causing the damp.
Here’s what you need to know ⤵️
bit.ly/3X2JzWN
It’s your landlord’s responsibility to find out what’s causing the damp.
Here’s what you need to know ⤵️
bit.ly/3X2JzWN
Shopping online for #BlackFriday? Stay on the lookout for scams by checking for signs of fake online shops.
You can search for the company’s details on GOV.UK to see if they’re a registered company or not.
Our advice can help ⤵️
bit.ly/4mMvEQ8
You can search for the company’s details on GOV.UK to see if they’re a registered company or not.
Our advice can help ⤵️
bit.ly/4mMvEQ8
November 24, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Shopping online for #BlackFriday? Stay on the lookout for scams by checking for signs of fake online shops.
You can search for the company’s details on GOV.UK to see if they’re a registered company or not.
Our advice can help ⤵️
bit.ly/4mMvEQ8
You can search for the company’s details on GOV.UK to see if they’re a registered company or not.
Our advice can help ⤵️
bit.ly/4mMvEQ8
Energy advisers from Citizens Advice will be offering free energy advice at events across Dorset as part of Fuel Poverty Awareness Day.
November 21, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Energy advisers from Citizens Advice will be offering free energy advice at events across Dorset as part of Fuel Poverty Awareness Day.
Energy advisers from Citizens Advice will be offering free energy advice at events across Dorset as part of Fuel Poverty Awareness Day.
November 21, 2025 at 11:32 AM
Energy advisers from Citizens Advice will be offering free energy advice at events across Dorset as part of Fuel Poverty Awareness Day.
Energy advisers from Citizens Advice will be offering free energy advice at events across Dorset next week as part of Fuel Poverty Awareness Day.
November 21, 2025 at 11:32 AM
Energy advisers from Citizens Advice will be offering free energy advice at events across Dorset next week as part of Fuel Poverty Awareness Day.
You might have to go to court as a witness in a criminal court if:
➡️ You’re the victim of a crime
➡️ You witnessed a crime
➡️ Someone you know has been accused of a crime
We can help you understand what this involves ⤵️
bit.ly/3WUupmg
➡️ You’re the victim of a crime
➡️ You witnessed a crime
➡️ Someone you know has been accused of a crime
We can help you understand what this involves ⤵️
bit.ly/3WUupmg
November 19, 2025 at 8:30 AM
You might have to go to court as a witness in a criminal court if:
➡️ You’re the victim of a crime
➡️ You witnessed a crime
➡️ Someone you know has been accused of a crime
We can help you understand what this involves ⤵️
bit.ly/3WUupmg
➡️ You’re the victim of a crime
➡️ You witnessed a crime
➡️ Someone you know has been accused of a crime
We can help you understand what this involves ⤵️
bit.ly/3WUupmg
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At National Energy Action, we provide energy advice and practical support to help keep people warm. But we can’t do it alone.
Donate to our winter appeal and help keep vulnerable households warm and safe during this cold spell.
👉 www.nea.org.uk/donate/
Donate to our winter appeal and help keep vulnerable households warm and safe during this cold spell.
👉 www.nea.org.uk/donate/
Make a donation - National Energy Action (NEA)
You can support National Energy Action's work to end fuel poverty by donating to our campaigns, including Donate the Rebate.
www.nea.org.uk
November 18, 2025 at 2:01 PM
At National Energy Action, we provide energy advice and practical support to help keep people warm. But we can’t do it alone.
Donate to our winter appeal and help keep vulnerable households warm and safe during this cold spell.
👉 www.nea.org.uk/donate/
Donate to our winter appeal and help keep vulnerable households warm and safe during this cold spell.
👉 www.nea.org.uk/donate/
November 18, 2025 at 2:17 PM
🤔 Are you under 18 and thinking about employment?
Know your working rights before you start.
Check the number of hours you should work and what pay you can get ⤵️
bit.ly/3TICCs4
Know your working rights before you start.
Check the number of hours you should work and what pay you can get ⤵️
bit.ly/3TICCs4
November 18, 2025 at 8:30 AM
🤔 Are you under 18 and thinking about employment?
Know your working rights before you start.
Check the number of hours you should work and what pay you can get ⤵️
bit.ly/3TICCs4
Know your working rights before you start.
Check the number of hours you should work and what pay you can get ⤵️
bit.ly/3TICCs4
Our county is stronger, kinder and fairer because of you.’ #Dorset’s High Sheriff, Callum Bremner JP, giving the keynote speech at our AGM.
November 17, 2025 at 10:16 AM
Our county is stronger, kinder and fairer because of you.’ #Dorset’s High Sheriff, Callum Bremner JP, giving the keynote speech at our AGM.
Universal Credit is changing for everyone from April 2026.
The ‘standard allowance' is increasing and you might be affected if you get additional payment for long-term health conditions or a disability.
We explain more on our website ⤵️
bit.ly/4hWlJpj
The ‘standard allowance' is increasing and you might be affected if you get additional payment for long-term health conditions or a disability.
We explain more on our website ⤵️
bit.ly/4hWlJpj
November 17, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Universal Credit is changing for everyone from April 2026.
The ‘standard allowance' is increasing and you might be affected if you get additional payment for long-term health conditions or a disability.
We explain more on our website ⤵️
bit.ly/4hWlJpj
The ‘standard allowance' is increasing and you might be affected if you get additional payment for long-term health conditions or a disability.
We explain more on our website ⤵️
bit.ly/4hWlJpj
💡Do you know which electrical appliances are using the most energy at home?
Our online calculator helps you check and compare the cost of running different appliances - understand your usage and see where you could save money on your bills.
🔗 Click the link in our bio to try it out.
bit.ly/46f330e
Our online calculator helps you check and compare the cost of running different appliances - understand your usage and see where you could save money on your bills.
🔗 Click the link in our bio to try it out.
bit.ly/46f330e
November 17, 2025 at 8:30 AM
💡Do you know which electrical appliances are using the most energy at home?
Our online calculator helps you check and compare the cost of running different appliances - understand your usage and see where you could save money on your bills.
🔗 Click the link in our bio to try it out.
bit.ly/46f330e
Our online calculator helps you check and compare the cost of running different appliances - understand your usage and see where you could save money on your bills.
🔗 Click the link in our bio to try it out.
bit.ly/46f330e
🚗 If your car needs service such as repairs or MOT, it's a good idea to use an approved car garage.
These garages have clear complaints procedures and are all approved by the Motor Industry Code of Practice for Service and Repair.
Find out more ⤵️
bit.ly/3XQQ68t
These garages have clear complaints procedures and are all approved by the Motor Industry Code of Practice for Service and Repair.
Find out more ⤵️
bit.ly/3XQQ68t
November 14, 2025 at 4:40 PM
🚗 If your car needs service such as repairs or MOT, it's a good idea to use an approved car garage.
These garages have clear complaints procedures and are all approved by the Motor Industry Code of Practice for Service and Repair.
Find out more ⤵️
bit.ly/3XQQ68t
These garages have clear complaints procedures and are all approved by the Motor Industry Code of Practice for Service and Repair.
Find out more ⤵️
bit.ly/3XQQ68t
🕔 Your employer can't make you work more than 48 hours a week on average.
If your employer asked you to sign an agreement to opt out of the 48 hour limit, you can cancel it at any time.
Check your rights ⤵️
bit.ly/47VKRZL
If your employer asked you to sign an agreement to opt out of the 48 hour limit, you can cancel it at any time.
Check your rights ⤵️
bit.ly/47VKRZL
November 14, 2025 at 8:36 AM
🕔 Your employer can't make you work more than 48 hours a week on average.
If your employer asked you to sign an agreement to opt out of the 48 hour limit, you can cancel it at any time.
Check your rights ⤵️
bit.ly/47VKRZL
If your employer asked you to sign an agreement to opt out of the 48 hour limit, you can cancel it at any time.
Check your rights ⤵️
bit.ly/47VKRZL
Our Energy Advice Bus is stopping at:
Sherborne. Working with St. Paul's Church -St Paul's Close, DT9 4DU
Come and see us on Fridays 10:15am-12:15pm in November for free energy advice and a free Carbon Monoxide monitor!
Check our website for more information www.edpcitizensadvice.org.uk/energy
Sherborne. Working with St. Paul's Church -St Paul's Close, DT9 4DU
Come and see us on Fridays 10:15am-12:15pm in November for free energy advice and a free Carbon Monoxide monitor!
Check our website for more information www.edpcitizensadvice.org.uk/energy
November 14, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Our Energy Advice Bus is stopping at:
Sherborne. Working with St. Paul's Church -St Paul's Close, DT9 4DU
Come and see us on Fridays 10:15am-12:15pm in November for free energy advice and a free Carbon Monoxide monitor!
Check our website for more information www.edpcitizensadvice.org.uk/energy
Sherborne. Working with St. Paul's Church -St Paul's Close, DT9 4DU
Come and see us on Fridays 10:15am-12:15pm in November for free energy advice and a free Carbon Monoxide monitor!
Check our website for more information www.edpcitizensadvice.org.uk/energy
Managing mortgage payments can help you stay in control of your finances.
We have advice on:
➡️ Planning your budget
➡️ Switching to a cheaper mortgage deal
➡️ Reducing your monthly mortgage payments
Check our website ⤵️
bit.ly/4evrcBJ
We have advice on:
➡️ Planning your budget
➡️ Switching to a cheaper mortgage deal
➡️ Reducing your monthly mortgage payments
Check our website ⤵️
bit.ly/4evrcBJ
November 12, 2025 at 8:34 AM
Managing mortgage payments can help you stay in control of your finances.
We have advice on:
➡️ Planning your budget
➡️ Switching to a cheaper mortgage deal
➡️ Reducing your monthly mortgage payments
Check our website ⤵️
bit.ly/4evrcBJ
We have advice on:
➡️ Planning your budget
➡️ Switching to a cheaper mortgage deal
➡️ Reducing your monthly mortgage payments
Check our website ⤵️
bit.ly/4evrcBJ
If you have a query about your water bill or your water and sewerage services, Wessex Water is holding a drop in session at The Dry Dock in #Weymouth on Wednesday 19 November from 10am to 12 noon. www.wessexwater.co.uk/community-drop-ins
Community Drop-Ins | Wessex Water
If you want advice or have a question about our services, you can speak to us in person at one of our community drop-in sessions.
Www.wessexwater.co.uk
November 11, 2025 at 10:27 AM
If you have a query about your water bill or your water and sewerage services, Wessex Water is holding a drop in session at The Dry Dock in #Weymouth on Wednesday 19 November from 10am to 12 noon. www.wessexwater.co.uk/community-drop-ins
You can apply for a disabled person’s bus pass or railcard if you have a condition that makes it hard to get around.
People with learning disabilities can apply too.
Find out more on our website ⤵️
bit.ly/44QiT0q
People with learning disabilities can apply too.
Find out more on our website ⤵️
bit.ly/44QiT0q
November 11, 2025 at 8:33 AM
You can apply for a disabled person’s bus pass or railcard if you have a condition that makes it hard to get around.
People with learning disabilities can apply too.
Find out more on our website ⤵️
bit.ly/44QiT0q
People with learning disabilities can apply too.
Find out more on our website ⤵️
bit.ly/44QiT0q
You can only be evicted if your landlord has followed the proper steps.
❗They must give you a valid eviction notice.
Our advice can help ⤵️
bit.ly/3LiBUB4
❗They must give you a valid eviction notice.
Our advice can help ⤵️
bit.ly/3LiBUB4
November 10, 2025 at 8:30 AM
You can only be evicted if your landlord has followed the proper steps.
❗They must give you a valid eviction notice.
Our advice can help ⤵️
bit.ly/3LiBUB4
❗They must give you a valid eviction notice.
Our advice can help ⤵️
bit.ly/3LiBUB4