Help for residents
Welcome to this guide on support available to Birmingham residents from Birmingham City Council and its partners.
Whatever you need information on, be it your home, work or money issues, this handy guide sets out clearly, simply and comprehensively how to get that support. Money is a key issue: advice and contacts are included for help with debt, financial advice, illegal money-lending and more.
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Money and benefits
What benefits am I entitled to?
Where can I find information about my council tax?
I need help with rent payments...
I need to find advice on managing my debts...
Where can I get financial support?
Who can I speak to for help with my mortgage?
Employment
Where can I get advice on employment?
Where can I get free careers advice, skills and training?
Where can I look for a job?
What programmes are available to help me into employment?
Your Home
What advice is available to help me keep my home?
How can I save energy in my home?
What can I do to improve my home?
Advice and Guidance
What advice is available to me in my neighbourhood?
Who can I speak to regarding welfare?
What advice is available for families?
What advice is available to me as a consumer?
Enjoy Birmingham
What activities can I enjoy in Birmingham?
Where can I get upto date information on whats happening in Birmingham?
Where can I save money on my shopping?
Useful Links
Help for Residents
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The Development Directorate leads on the city council’s ‘succeed economically’ strategic outcome, and provides a range of statutory and other services to businesses and householders alike.