Money Matters Norwich

Over a million people in England are thought to be in debt to a loan shark! The England Illegal Money Lending Team IMLT (also known as Stop Loan Sharks) was created in September 2004 to investigate and prosecute illegal lenders and support borrowers. To date, the team has made nearly 900 arrests and secured over 400 successful prosecutions, with illegal lenders locked up for a total of more than 614 years. More than £92 million in illegal debt has been written off, and around 33,000 borrowers have been supported.In this interview David Palmer talks to Cath Wohlers of Stop Loan Sharks and finds out how to spot an illegal money lender, what to do if you are already in debt to a loan shark, and talk about legitimate alternatives to borrow money.More information: www.stoploansharks.co.ukGuest: Cath Wohlers - Operations Manager at England Illegal Money Lending TeamInterviewed by David Palmer

With global tensions, including the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, we are seeing the knock-on effects on energy prices, transport costs and food bills, and even mortgage payments and borrowing costs – but what does that actually mean for people here in Norwich and across Norfolk?David Palmer talked to Norwich Today presenter Henry Miller to find out more.More information: www.futureprojects.org.ukGuest: Henry Miller - Norwich Today presenterInterviewed by David Palmer

ProspHER aim to unite women from all parts of the world – connecting, supporting, and educating – to help them achieve the best possible life in their professional and personal lives.As well as talking about the general aims of ProspHER, Events Director Katie Oman talked to David Palmer about the Spark project coming to Norwich which aims to help women build financial confidence, connection, and control.More information: www.prospher.co.ukKatie Oman - Events Director, ProspHERInterviewed by David Palmer

From the gender pay gap to pensions, childcare costs, part-time work and investing, there’s been a lot in the news recently — but what does it actually mean for women in the county?Norwich Today presenter, Sarah Maher, talked to David Palmer about how women are faring financially right now.More information: www.futureprojects.org.ukSarah Maher - Norwich Today presenterInterviewed by David Palmer

Jan Sheldon, CEO of Norwich based St Martins Housing Trust, explains how their organisation provides more than just a roof over heads for the homeless, providing support to help people get back to independent living.Contact details:Web: http://www.stmartinshousing.org.ukCall: 01603 667706

The Earlham Community Shop was set up to provide low cost food and essentials to generally impoverished areas of Norwich and help to create a stronger more resilient community. In this podcast Hub Manager Connie Flynn explains why the Community Shop was set up, how it is funded and who can benefit from its service. Contact details:Web: https://www.earlhamcommunityshop.co.uk/Call: 01603 454721

Future Radio’s Christopher Remer and Future Projects CEO Daniel Childerhouse highlights the main policies and changes announced in the 2025 UK budget and the effects on both Future Projects, and the people of Norwich and Norfolk.

With Emily Dornan and Emma Jay from Yorkshire Building Society, Red Lion Street, Norwich.Norwich branch phone: 01603 629833Website ⁠⁠www.ybs.co.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠How to stay safe and avoid online scams | YBS⁠⁠

With Emily Dornan and Emma Jay from Yorkshire Building Society, Red Lion Street, Norwich.Norwich branch phone: 01603 629833Website ⁠www.ybs.co.uk⁠⁠How to stay safe and avoid online scams | YBS⁠

With Emily Dornan and Emma Jay from Yorkshire Building Society, Red Lion Street, Norwich.Norwich branch phone: 01603 629833Website www.ybs.co.ukHow to stay safe and avoid online scams | YBS

In this episode, we speak to Kat Skipper, Manager of the Mid-Norfolk Cluster and Dereham Job Centre, about help with Universal CreditFurther help and information:Universal Credit Helpline - 08003285644www.gov.uk/apply-universal-credit

In this episode we hear from David Powles, Chief Executive Officer of Norfolk Community Law Service, for help with benefit claims and appeals and other legal supportFurther help and information:[email protected] 01603496623ncls.co.ukMoney Matters at Future Projects:⁠Futureprojects.org.uk⁠Call: 01603 250505.Email: ⁠[email protected]

In this episode we hear from Heidi Fisher from Making an Impact CIC, who talks about the impact money can have on your health.Further help and information:makeanimpactcic.co.ukMoney Matters at Future Projects:Futureprojects.org.ukCall: 01603 250505. Email: [email protected]

In this episode we hear from Rebecca Penny from Planit Financial With advice on pensions.Further help and information: planitfinancial.co.ukfindpensioncontacts.service.gov.ukMoney Matters at Future Projects:⁠Futureprojects.org.uk⁠Call: 01603 250505. Email: ⁠[email protected]⁠

In this episode we hear from Money Matters project coordinator Gavin Cowley about what to do if you get into arrears with your city council rent and who you can turn to for help.Support: futureprojects.org.uk/our-projects/email: [email protected]

In this episode we hear from Rebecca Penny from Planit Financial about insurance and why even modest premiums could help protect you and your loved ones from the unexpected. Help and contact details: www.planitfinancial.co.uk

In this episode we hear from Colin Adamson of local law firm Cozens-Hardy about some of the regulations and legal rights for people renting accommodation.Further help and information:•Cozens-Hardy:  www.cozens-hardy.com• Money Matters @ Future Projects: 01603 250505   /  [email protected]

In this episode we hear from Lesley Burdett of Shelter-Norfolk about what the charity does and some of the housing challenges hitting people today.Further help and information:• Shelter Norfolk:  0344 515 1564 / https://england.shelter.org.uk/get_help/local_services/norwich• Money Matters @ Future Projects: 01603 250505   /  [email protected]

In this episode we hear from Lee Nguyen of Chadwicks with some advice on Pension Choices.For more information visit:www.chadwicks.co.uk/home/More Useful Links:www.aviva.co.uk/retirement/pension-basics/www.thepensionsregulator.gov.uk/en www.moneysavingexpert.com/pensions/

In this episode we hear from Colin Adamson of Cozens-Hardy with some advice on what to look out for when thinking about pensions.For more information visit:www.cozens-hardy.com/More Useful Links:www.aviva.co.uk/retirement/pension-basics/www.thepensionsregulator.gov.uk/enwww.moneysavingexpert.com/pensions/

In this episode we hear from Gavin Cowley of Future Projects with some advice on Benefits. For more information contact Money Matters at Future projects on 01603 250505. Or email ⁠[email protected]⁠Useful Links: Money Saving Expert - Budget Planner⁠BudgetPlanner: how to manage your money - MoneySavingExpert⁠ Skint Dad Website ⁠The surprising benefits of saving even small amounts, especially for low-incomefamilies - Skint Dad⁠ Money Helper Budget Planner⁠Budgetplanner | Free online budget planning tool | MoneyHelper⁠ Citizensadvice.org.uk⁠Workout your budget - Citizens Advice

In this Episode we hear from Laura Knight of Future Projects with advice on budgeting.For more information contact Money Matters at Future projects on 01603 250505. Or email [email protected] Links: Money Saving Expert - Budget PlannerBudgetPlanner: how to manage your money - MoneySavingExpert Skint Dad Website The surprising benefits of saving even small amounts, especially for low-incomefamilies - Skint Dad Money Helper Budget PlannerBudgetplanner | Free online budget planning tool | MoneyHelper Citizensadvice.org.ukWorkout your budget - Citizens Advice

In this episode we hear from Sarah Wynn of Future Support with information about using credit safely.To get in contact with Future Support phone: 01603327889Email: [email protected] visit: https://futureprojects.org.uk/help-support/First Broadcast 13th February 2025

In this episode we hear from John Warne of Norwich Credit Union with information about the union and what they offer.For more information visit: https://www.norwichcreditunion.org.uk/home.htmlor phone: 01603764904First Broadcast 13th February 2025

In this episode we hear from David Powles of Norfolk Community Law Service with some advice on what you can do if you find yourself in debt.For more information, contact Norfolk Community law service at:Email: [email protected]: 01603 496623First Broadcast 9th January 2025

In this episode we hear from Mark Chapman of Future Projects with some advice on handling debt.For more information, please contact Future Projects at:Email: [email protected]: 01603 250 505First Broadcast 9th January 2025

In this episode we hear from Andy Johnson, the Green Doctor from Groundwork East with some advice on energy efficiency. For more information, contact Groundwork East at:Email:⁠[email protected]⁠Phone: 07736 132293Or visit: www.groundwork.org.uk/east/groundworks-energy-saving-green-doctors-are-coming-to-norwich/First Broadcast 12th December 2024

In this episode we hear from Steve Nunn from Community Action Norfolk with advice on how to manage gas and electricity bills. For more information, contact Community Action Norfolk atEmail:   ⁠[email protected]⁠⁠Phone: 01362 698216First Broadcast 12th December 2024