Saturday 31 December 2011

Need help with debts post Christmas?

CAB advice to Get help early for debt problems


Post Christmas is a stressful time for many people who are struggling with their debts. More and more people every year have trouble making ends meet and covering the most essential household bills.

Money troubles don’t go away by themselves, so if you're getting into trouble, act quickly and seek advice about how to deal with it.

You shouldn't have to add to your debts by paying for debt advice. There are several organisations that offer free, confidential advice to help you get your finances back on track. And you can get that advice in lots of different ways.

If you would like to see someone face-to-face about your debts, you can make an appointment at your local Citizens Advice Bureau. To find your nearest bureau, go to http://www.adviceguide.org.uk/elnk_www_citizensadvice_org_uk_index_getadvice-3.

If it's difficult for you to see someone face-to-face, the Consumer Credit Counselling Service (CCCS) offers a free phone helpline 0800 138 1111, open 8am to 8pm, Monday to Friday.

They also operate Debt Remedy, a 24-hour anonymous online counselling service at http://www.cccs.co.uk/.
Alternatively, you can call National Debtline on 0808 808 4000 or visit their website at http://www.nationaldebtline.co.uk/ to find out how you can get email advice.

National Debtline also offers free, confidential and independent advice for people with business debts. For more information, call 0800 197 6026.

Source - http://www.adviceguide.org.uk/wales/whats_new_jan12_get_help_early_for_debt_problems.htm

Monday 12 December 2011

Music Activity Scheme (Denbighshire, Conwy, Gwynedd, Anglesey)

The project is targeted at 16- 25 year olds who are not in Education, Employment or Training (NEET’s).

Each course will have 6 participants will be supported by 2 trained and experienced Community Music Wales tutors who will guide them through music activities, individually and as part of a group. The project will be client led with activity tailored to suit each individual participant.

The project length is 15 weeks or a 30 hour block of activity that can be arranged to best suit the participants needs.

At the end of the course each participants will have produced original pieces of music and gained accreditations for their achievements through Agored Cymru.

Travel to and from the workshops will be covered for participants. 

For more information please contact Osian Rhys Roberts on 01286 685248.

Wednesday 7 December 2011

The 58th Welsh Chess Championships 2012


GOOD FRIDAY – EASTER MONDAY
April 6th – April 9th, 2012

PARK INN HOTEL
CARDIFF NORTH
CIRCLE WAY EAST
LLANEDEYRN, CARDIFF.
CF23 9XF.

Tel 029 2058 9988
http://www.cardiff.parkinn.co.uk

Thanks to the WELSH ASSEMBLY for their continued support to juniors in Welsh Chess.

The Tom Weston Memorial Open/Major Championship is open to registered members of the WCU, EC, or other National body.

The John Bishop Memorial Minor Championship is open to registered members of the WCU, ECF, or other National body with a published grade of 1650 (ECF 125) or below.

Championship Secretary:-
Andrew Trickey, 6 Springfield Close, Pendre, Bridgend. CF31 1HR.
Telephone (01656) 712227

Monday 5 December 2011

The Launch Programme 2012

The Launch Programme is a 3 week pre-employment training programme to give young people a taster into the Catering and Hospitality Industry, which will start 4th January 2012.

The Course will include:
  • Employability Skills
  • Soft Skills
  • Taster sessions in Catering & Hospitality
  • Qualifications in BTEC ‘Jamie’s Home Cooking Skills’, BTEC in Work Skills & Food Hygiene Certificate.
This is a 3 week programme, Monday to Thursday from 12.30pm – 4.00pm.

Referrals must be aged 16 - 24 years living in the Denbighshire area. They must show an interest to want to work in this industry and be committed to attend the whole 3 weeks. There will be allowance of up to £40 a week per young person to support with lunch and transport.

Upon completion of the course the group will be invited to an end of programme celebration meal at the Taste.academy. Each individual will be given an opportunity for an interview for a possible ILM placement with Taste.academy. Exit interviews will be conducted with each individual, with progression support for each participant to assist with helping to find employment or further training.

Everyone interested in the programme must attend a one 2 one information session on the 15th December 2011. This will include an overview of the programme with an informal interview for the course. There are 12 places for the course therefore there maybe a selection process. All successful candidates will need black trousers and non-slip steel cap boots or shoes to be able to take part in this course.

For more information please contact:

Sian Deal
07587880835
Rathbone Cymru, The Hub,
69-75 Wellington Road, Rhyl, LL18 1BE
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