NEW HOUSING DEBT HELPLINE SET UP

RESIDENTS in the Neath Constituency who are struggling to pay for their homes will be able to access a new housing debt helpline.

The Labour-led Welsh Assembly Government has launched the helpline to provide free advice for those who have mortgage or rent arrears or face eviction or repossession.
The helpline will provide free and impartial advice from experienced debt counsellors. Anyone living in Wales can access the service by ringing 0800 107 1340.

The helpline is funded by the Welsh Assembly Government with support from the UK’s leading debt charity, Consumer Credit Counselling Service (CCCS), which will operate the helpline, and the Wales Co-operative Centre which will ensure awareness of its availability among those who need it.

Gwenda Thomas AM said: “The ultimate aim of this helpline is to help people keep a roof over their heads. In the current economic climate, residents need somewhere to turn to for free, professional advice and this helpline will provide that.

“This is another example of the Labour-led Welsh Assembly Government providing a practical innovation to help those who need help.

“I welcome the efforts of the CCCS and the Wales Co-operative Centre and look forward to working with them in the future.”