Wigan Council and its partners have been actively managing a local response to the impact of the recession. Over the last 12 months Wigan Council has:
- Provided funding to support County Court held desk provision
- Provided legal advice and support to people facing eviction or repossession (71% kept their property as a result of advice)
- Seen the largest reduction in homelessness for the whole of the North West
- Supported Credit Union development throughout the borough
- Funded AWARM (affordable warmth referral project) to support people living in fuel poverty)
- Supported small businesses through Working Neighbourhood Funds
- Opened a new skills shop in the Grand Arcade, Wigan Town Centre providing a wide range of training and employment support
- Provided funding to increase capacity of our Independent Advice Services
There is a lot of help and support available for individuals and businesses. If you are affected by recession, this section of our website aims to act as a 'one stop shop' for information, support and advice.
Personal Debt Advice
Personal Loans & Financial Management Advice
Housing Matters
Independent Advice on Benefits and other Financial Concerns
Council Tax
Housing Benefit and Council Tax Benefit
Employment and Business Support
Mortgages and loans
If you are experiencing problems that could affect your mortgage re-payments, please contact your mortgage lender or Wigan Borough Citizens Advice Bureau (external link) .
The Governments Mortgage Rescue scheme has been extended and Wigan Council has been identified as a ‘fast-tracker’ authority for the expansion of the scheme. In partnership with Wigan and Leigh Housing, Wigan C.A.B. and Plumlife (a registered social landlord), has now set up the scheme for Wigan. For further help and information please ring 01942 487717
Fuel /Utility Bills
Greater Manchester Energy Saving Trust Advice Centre
FREEPHONE 0800 512012
