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Financial Wellbeing

Introduction

The UK is facing a cost of living crisis. Everyday essentials like groceries are rising faster than the average household incomes and there is an unprecedented increase in energy prices. Economic well-being is defined as having present and future financial security. It also includes the ability to make economic choices and feel a sense of security, satisfaction, and personal fulfillment with one's personal finances and employment pursuits. Here you will find a range of resources to support healthy economic well-being during this time of difficulty.

Read

If your preference is to read, we have selected some articles with hints and guidance to help manage your money and make savings.

Help if you're struggling to pay your energy bill - Which?Contact your energy supplier as soon as possible if you’re finding it hard to pay your gas or electricity bill.

Money personality quiz | LifeSkillsUnderstanding how you behave with money and how you can improve are the first steps towards developing good money skills.

Money and mental healthPractical information for managing your money and mental health.

50/30/20 Rule: A Realistic Budget That Actually WorksThe 50/30/20 rule helps you pay for your needs and wants without neglecting your savings. Learn how to make this simple budgeting method work for you.

The best UK bank accounts for cashbackWant to earn cashback through your current account? We reveal what you need to know about the top UK cashback current accounts on the market.

Beginner's guide to managing your money | MoneyHelper

The best websites for swapping your stuffOne man's trash is another man's treasure.

Improve Your Finances with 7 Money Management TipsManaging your personal finances can be tricky. Don't do it alone! Start with our smart money management tips to begin improving your finances now.

Watch

If you prefer to watch a video, Martin Lewis talks through the cost of living crisis, cutting credit card debt and cutting energy costs. Watch further for budget meal plans and how to cope with Financial anxiety.

Managing Personal Finances

Martin Lewis answers cost of living questions

Martin Lewis on cutting credit card debt

Do

If you want to do something practical to support your learning, have a go at the benefits calculator to make sure you are receiving everything you are entitled to, download a budget planner or APP or complete this free course from Open University.