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StepChange Debt Charity — Charity, debt advice
StepChange Debt Charity provides free, confidential and impartial debt advice to individuals and families across the UK. Its advisers help people understand their financial situation, manage repayments, explore suitable debt solutions and regain financial stability. Parents experiencing financial pressures can access p...
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StepChange Debt Charity provides free, confidential and impartial debt advice to individuals and families across the UK. Its advisers help people understand their financial situation, manage repayments, explore suitable debt solutions and regain financial stability. Parents experiencing financial pressures can access personalised support through telephone advisers or online services.
Debt advice: Free, confidential help with debts and repayments.
Budgeting: Review income, essential costs, and affordable payments.
Debt solutions: Explore suitable repayment and debt management options.
Online: Access free advice 24/7.
Helpline: 0800 138 1111, Monday–Friday, 8 am–8 pm; Saturday, 9 am–2 pm.
Important: Debt solutions have different eligibility requirements and financial consequences.
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Organisation: StepChange Debt Charity Telephone: 0800 138 1111 (Freephone) Helpline hours: Monday–Friday, 8 am–8 pm; Saturday, 9 am–2 pm Online advice: Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week Geographic coverage: United Kingdom Cost: Free debt advice and eligible debt management services Resource type: Debt advice, financial wellbeing, budgeting and debt management Source workbook: MidwifePlus Public Resource Directory Listing ID: MP-027 Source checked: 6 November 2026 Next suggested review: May 2027 Editorial status: Reviewed for directory listing Partnership status: Independent signposting; no partnership implied.
Approved 6 November 2026 · Review due 5 May 2027
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