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Cost of Living Support Booklet

What is the Cost of Living Crisis?

It is a difficult time for everybody right now. The rising cost of everything, from groceries to utilities, is making it difficult to make ends
meet. This is being referred to as a ‘Cost of Living Crisis’.

This does not mean that you have to be in crisis to be struggling, and it is affecting all of us, not just the lowest earners.

Take a look at the Cost of Living support we’ve put together, there might be something here that helps you get through it – and
keep checking back, we’ll be adding new content regularly.

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Stay up to date with all the news and information regarding the cost of living crisis, new support that becomes available, and helpful hints and tips, sent straight to your inbox!

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Find a Warm Space

Across Bradford District there are Warm Spaces – venues where people can gather for free in a safe, friendly place and maybe enjoy a drink and some company,

The network of Warm Spaces is made up of libraries, community centres, church halls, sports clubs and other places open to anyone struggling with the rise in the cost of living. Warm Spaces are totally free to use and are open to everyone.

News & Events

  • New service offers financial advice for new mums

    The new Hope 4 U service offering financial advice to pregnant women and new mums, along with their partners is now available in Bradford District and Craven. This new service can help people with utility debts, maternity grants and benefit checks, along with providing lots of other support.   How to get help Talk to your…

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  • Loan to bring financial relief to those in need this Christmas

    Funded by the West Yorkshire Mayor Tracy Brabin’s ‘Cost of Living Support Fund,’ Bradford District Credit Union has launched the “Every Little Elf” loan to bring hope and financial relief to those in need this Christmas across Bradford, Kirklees, and Craven with a £10 saving starter. Numbers are limited so people are encouraged to apply…

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