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Shame and stigma are keeping people from seeking debt advice www.rightsnet.org.uk/now/post/73075

Nowhere to move: A snapshot of the experiences of those in housing need based on analysis of online conversations www.rightsnet.org.uk/now/post/73058

We just added a new vacancy listing from the Advice Services Alliance: Project Manager: Fixing the Fence 37 hours a week £36,000 Location: London (Hybrid) Deadline: 16 November, 2026 More: rightsnet.org.uk/jobs

Seven in ten people are open to using AI for personal problems and advice, but 81 per cent say it cannot replace human advisers www.rightsnet.org.uk/now/post/73051

More than half of frontline housing workers say their role has had a negative impact on their wellbeing www.rightsnet.org.uk/now/post/73043

We just added a new vacancy listing from Toynbee Hall: Debt Technical Supervisor 35 hours a week £37,481.43 Location: London / Hybrid working Deadline: 11 November, 2026 More: rightsnet.org.uk/jobs

ICYMI ... we're back ... Ps - We’ve also now added our new content for Thursday and Friday last week (c.25 updates for you), and so we're back on track ... www.rightsnet.org.uk/forums/viewt...

We're back 😀 ... thanks for your patience and understanding while we were away ... it’s very much appreciated www.rightsnet.org.uk/forums/viewt...

Apologies once again that rightsnet is down at the moment. However, while we work to get back online, we still wanted to share with you links to the latest social welfare law developments that we came across today. Enjoy ... us11.campaign-archive.com?u=bf5427720b...

Apologies ... we've taken rightsnet, advicelocal and our web tools offline while we respond to: www.theguardian.com/technology/2... Thanks in advance for your patience ...

Apologies ... we've taken rightsnet, advicelocal and our web tools offline while we respond to: www.theguardian.com/technology/2... Thanks in advance for your patience ...

People left in the dark as public bodies turn to AI and algorithms to inform decisions about their lives www.rightsnet.org.uk/now/post/72972

Via @disrightsuk.bsky.social: Disabled people should not have to choose between being active and financial security www.rightsnet.org.uk/now/post/72971

We just added a new vacancy listing from Swindon Citizens Advice: Debt Advisor / Caseworker 37 hours per week £28,500 – £32,000 per annum (Trainee salary: £26,000 per annum) Location: Swindon Deadline: 12 November, 2026 More: rightsnet.org.uk/jobs

Independent research finds that deaths of people while homeless rose by almost 7 per cent last year, with more than 10,000 people having died since 2017 www.rightsnet.org.uk/now/post/72967

Booking is open for RebLaw UK 2026 www.rightsnet.org.uk/now/post/72950

#AdviceWeek is here! We're joining @adviceuk.bsky.social to celebrate the impact of advice services and the people who deliver them. Advice services are essential local services, providing life-changing support when people need it most. We must invest in the advice sector. #AdviceSaves

We just added a new vacancy listing from Coventry Citizens Advice: Housing & Welfare Benefits Caseworker 37 hours a week £31,723 Location: Coventry Deadline: 9 November, 2026 More: rightsnet.org.uk/jobs

Administrative Justice Council seeks new members from the legal advice sector www.rightsnet.org.uk/now/post/72936

Master of the Rolls: It’s too simplistic to say that AI can never replace judges or judicial decision-making www.rightsnet.org.uk/now/post/72941

A reminder that the deadline for the @londonlegal.bsky.social's recruitment is coming up: Head of Events & Fundraising Full-time £50,000 - £52,500 Location: London / hybrid Deadline: 18 October, 2026 More: rightsnet.org.uk/jobs

Almost a quarter of people across England and Wales live in legal aid deserts www.rightsnet.org.uk/now/post/72900

Applications for the next Justice First Fellowships have been opened by The Legal Education Foundation www.rightsnet.org.uk/now/post/72903

Hillingdon Law Centre closes after five decades due to sustained cuts to civil legal aid and ‘hostile’ advice sector funding environment www.rightsnet.org.uk/now/post/72919

New report sets out blueprint for reform of the ‘too complex and disjointed’ justice system www.rightsnet.org.uk/now/post/72921 @nuffieldfoundation.org

We just added a new vacancy listing from the Royal British Legion: Advocacy and Complex Needs Advisors 35 hours a week £30,000 per annum Location: Home-based Deadline: 1 November, 2026 More: www.rightsnet.org.uk/jobs

A reminder that the deadlines for these great opportunities are coming up this week: Lead Benefits, Debt & Housing Caseworker (Food Banks) Manchester Mind Housing Caseworker SW London Law Centres Economic Justice Coordinator South West London Law Centres More: rightsnet.org.uk/jobs

⚠️ Beware of companies charging for help with social security applications You should never have to pay for help to access social security. Your local CAB provides free, independent and confidential advice.

We just added details of a number of vacancies with Maggie's: Benefits Advisor 37.5 hours (22.5 for Edinburgh) £30,648 - £36,644 for full-time Locations: Cambridge, Highlands, Glasgow & Edinburgh Deadline: 1 November, 2026 More: rightsnet.org.uk/jobs

In 2013, the LASPO Act, ended free legal help for almost all welfare benefits matters (except Upper Tribunal applications and appeals). In 2026, DWP began a campaign against "claim management companies" which charge claimants for advice on benefits - claimfree.campaign.gov.uk. Join the dots...

We just added a new vacancy listing from Hertfordshire County Council Welfare Benefit Adviser 37 hours per week £39,481 progressing to £43,149 Location: Farnham House, Hertfordshire More: rightsnet.org.uk/jobs

We just added a new vacancy listing from Cardinal Hume Centre Welfare Rights Specialist 35 hours per week £39,706.50 pa Location: Central London Deadline: 8 November, 2026 More: rightsnet.org.uk/jobs

We just added a new vacancy listing from Nucleus Legal Advice: Senior Advice & Triage Supervisor 35 hours a week £35,000 - £36,000 p.a. according to experience Location: Hillingdon Deadline: 23 October, 2026 More: rightsnet.org.uk/jobs

In the Guardian, our CEO Anna Bird responds to reports that the government is considering removing the universal credit health element for disabled people under 25.

Join us in London on 22 October for our Welfare Rights Conference. Book your ticket today: tinyurl.com/mtmbsx4v

A housing issue isn't always just a housing issue. Behind every enquiry, there may be other challenges affecting someone's life, from mental health to digital exclusion. Watch our latest member spotlight, featuring CAIA CEO Misak Ohanian, to learn more: https://bit.ly/4y1wOvw

The Great Legal Quiz is back! 💡 Are you ready to put your knowledge to the test and battle it out for the title of national champion? Join us by hosting your own quiz night, either virtually or in person, on Wednesday 25th November. Sign up now: zurl.co/sI0jG

We're pleased to share that 11 Law Centres are recipients of Legal Support Grants from The Access to Justice Foundation. The £15 million programme will support 48 organisations across England and Wales over the next two-and-a-half years. (1/5) 🧵

It's nearly six months since the Renters' Rights Act became law. But the work doesn't stop there - we need to make sure all the elements of this new law are implemented properly. Invite your MP to the Renters' Reform Coalition event on 22nd October so renters can get the most out of this new law 👇🏾

We know that abolition of the two-child limit has already improved the health, learning and happiness of children. It's time for all political parties to look to build a better future for everyone, not argue about re-running failed experiments of the past.

Tenovus Cancer Care are recruiting We just added a new vacancy listing from Tenovus Cancer Care: Welfare Benefits Advisor / Cynghorydd Budd-Daliadau Lles 35 hours a week £29,000 per annum Location: North West Wales Deadline: 27 October, 2026 More: rightsnet.org.uk/jobs

We just added a new vacancy listing from North Bristol Advice Centre: Welfare Benefits Team Leader 35 hours per week £35,292 - £38,256 (pro rata) (+ 4% pension scheme) based on experience Location: Bristol Deadline: 26 October, 2026 More: rightsnet.org.uk/jobs

A reminder that the deadline for the Royal British Legion's recruitment is coming up tomorrow: Benefits and Income Maximisation Adviser 35 hours a week £29,170 per annum Location: Home-based, United Kingdom Deadline: 1 October, 2026 More: rightsnet.org.uk/jobs

A reminder that the deadline for Owl Guardian Services' recruitment is coming up: Benefits Manager 35 hours per week £35,000 - £40,000 Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire Deadline: 30 September, 2026 More: rightsnet.org.uk/jobs

New vacancy listings from South West London Law Centres: Housing Caseworker Full time £28,500 - £38,000 Deadline: 16 October, 2026 Economic Justice Coordinator 35 hours per week £26,000 - £29,000 Deadline: 16 October, 2026 More: www.rightsnet.org.uk/jobs

Citizens Advice Bexley are recruiting for a: - Chair of its Trustee Board - Volunteer Treasurer More: www.rightsnet.org.uk/jobs

We just added a new vacancy listing from the Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution: Regional Support Officer – South West England 28 hours a week £27,704 (£34,630 FTE) plus £2,500 car allowance Deadline: 20 November, 2026 More: rightsnet.org.uk/jobs

We just added a new vacancy listing from the Royal British Legion: Benefits and Income Maximisation Adviser 35 hours a week £29,170 per annum Location: Home-based Deadline: 1 October, 2026 More: rightsnet.org.uk/jobs

We just added a new vacancy listing from Toynbee Hall: Senior Advice Manager 35 hours per week £46,500 Location: Multiple locations across London Deadline: 16 September, 2026 More: rightsnet.org.uk/jobs

We've added a new vacancy from Tenovus Cancer Care: Macmillan Welfare Benefits First Contact Advisor 35 hours per week (will consider part-time hours) £29,000 Home-based / Head Office Deadline: 10 September, 2026 More: www.rightsnet.org.uk/jobs