A number of different organisations are offering support now and over the coming months for those who find themselves in financial difficulty. Please speak to one of the clergy at your local church if you are struggling – it is much better to get help at an early stage than wait until things get more serious. Examples of help could include grants from the local council for unexpected costs such as white goods, access to local Foodbanks at the Castelnau Community Centre or information about warm spaces in the local area where you can go at no charge.

Richmond Council also has an excellent website with a range of support.