The Boards of Rightsnet (the UK’s leading social welfare law and access to justice website) and AdviceUK (the largest membership network of independent advice services in the UK) have announced they are exploring whether the two organisations should come together within AdviceUK’s existing group structure to sustain the much-valued services and support that Rightsnet provides for advice services.

Over 20 MPs and representatives from across the UK’s independent advice sector came together on Monday, 20 October for the #AdviceSaves 2025 Parliamentary Reception.  The event celebrated the life-changing impact of independent advice services and the contribution of the people who work in them. We launched AdviceUK’s new report, Advice Works: building a skilled advice […]

AdviceUK today published a landmark report cautioning that staff shortages threaten to undermine the free and independent advice sector, which millions who are most in need in our society rely on. With the cost-of-living crisis and the current strain on the welfare system, advice services are the first line of support for many, but services […]

AdviceUK, the UK’s largest network of independent advice services, has submitted its response to the Justice Committee Inquiry on Access to Justice. In its response, the organisation has called for independent advice to be recognised and funded as part of the UK’s essential justice infrastructure.  Liz Bayram, Chief Executive of AdviceUK said:  “Access to justice is […]

The Government’s Spending Review announced this week commits major public service funding and contains several measures that could significantly impact low-income households and the advice sector. We welcome announcements that aim to tackle poverty including the expansion of free school meals and Winter Fuel Allowance eligibility, the 10 Year Affordable Homes Programme and the Warm […]

AdviceUK has been appointed by the Scottish Government to distribute and manage the Advice in Accessible Settings fund. The fund, which began delivery in 2023 is being continued and increased in 2025-26 with of £1 525,000.00 available in small grants this year to be distributed to members who provide a holistic money and debt, welfare […]

The Chancellor yesterday announced the Government’s latest economic plans during the Spring Statement. While we welcome plans to build more affordable housing and support people into work, we are deeply concerned that the Chancellor’s announcement confirms that the devastating disability benefit cuts announced last week will be expanded further. According to Office for Budget Responsibility […]

Our Chief Executive, Liz Bayram, has written to the DWP Secretary of State, Liz Kendall, expressing profound concerns about newly announced welfare reforms. These changes—particularly proposed cuts to Personal Independence Payment (PIP)—risk exacerbating financial hardship for disabled people and further pushing demand for independent advice services. AdviceUK is calling for the urgent reconsideration of these […]

This week sees the launch of the next phase of our Advice Saves campaign to raise awareness of the life-changing role of Deaf and Disabled people’s organisations (DDPOs) for thousands of Deaf and Disabled people and their families across the UK. Our research reveals the stark realities facing DDPOs as they grapple with surging demand […]

Our CEO, Liz Bayram, has written to the Chancellor to urgently call for action on the planned increase in employer National Insurance Contributions (NICs), highlighting the severe impact this policy will have on the voluntary sector and the essential services it provides. Read our response to the Budget. Dear Ms. Reeves, I am writing on […]