Money Matters Roadshow

Support at hand at city centre event

A Money Matters Roadshow will be held in Carlisle's city centre tomorrow (Friday, 21 September), between 10am and 2.30pm.

The event has been organised by the Carlisle Advice Forum which brings together a range of organisations who provide free and impartial financial advice to local residents.

The aim of the event is to promote the support available from local agencies, such as the Benefit Advice Service, Citizens Advice Bureau, the Law Centre, Carlisle Credit Union and Age Concern.

Advice on how to maximise income, cope with debt and encourage saving will all be available tomorrow.

To encourage families to call into the event, a jester will keep children entertained and a selection box will be given to any child whose parent sets up a Credit Union savings account on their behalf. The City Council's Face2Face mobile play unit will also be attendance.

The Money Matters Roadshow will be held outside the Old Town Hall in Carlisle's pedestrianised city centre shopping area.