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16 Mar 2026

Local support highlighted for Debt Awareness Week in Causeway Coast and Glens

Funded by the Department for Communities and delivered in partnership with Advice NI, the Specialist Debt Team offers expert guidance to help people address and manage debt concerns

Local support highlighted for Debt Awareness Week in Causeway Coast and Glens

Samantha Boswell, Chief Officer at Community Advice Causeway; the Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens, Councillor Oliver McMullan; and Lisa McMillan, Debt Advisor at Community Advice Causeway.

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16 Mar 2026 5:00 PM

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Debt can affect anyone. Yet the shame people feel around it often prevents them from getting the support they need.
Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council has partnered with Community Advice Causeway (CAC) during Debt Awareness Week (March 16-22 2026) to highlight the free, confidential support available through CAC’s Money and Debt Service.
Funded by the Department for Communities and delivered in partnership with Advice NI, the Specialist Debt Team offers expert guidance to help people address and manage debt concerns.
Northern Ireland continues to face high levels of financial vulnerability, with many households affected by low wages, insecure work, rising energy and food costs, and limited access to savings. As a result, more people are turning to credit to make ends meet, often leading to unmanageable debt.
Encouraging anyone struggling financially to seek help, Mayor of Causeway Coast and Glens, Councillor Oliver McMullan, said: “Many families and individuals across our Council area are feeling the pressure of rising costs, and financial worries can affect anyone at any stage of life.
“I would strongly encourage anyone concerned about debt or falling behind on bills to reach out to Community Advice Causeway. Their team offers free, confidential advice and guidance, helping people understand their options and take positive steps towards regaining control of their finances with confidence and reassurance.”
Samantha Boswell, Chief Officer of Community Advice Causeway, said: “Debt can affect anyone, and too often people struggle in silence because they feel embarrassed or overwhelmed. Our message is simple: you are not alone, and help is available. Seeking advice at an early stage is one of the most effective ways to reduce stress, protect your wellbeing, and achieve a positive outcome.
“Clients can self-refer easily by calling or visiting our website. Once a referral is made, our qualified specialist debt adviser will take time to understand their situation and work with them to find the best possible solution. Advisers can help clients explore a range of options, including budgeting support, negotiating with creditors, arranging affordable repayment plans, or, where appropriate, assisting with formal debt solutions such as a Debt Relief Order (DRO) or Bankruptcy.”
To self-refer or find out more about the Money and Debt Advice Service, contact Community Advice Causeway by phone on 028 703 44817 or visit their website.
Information about other UK Debt Charities and online help can be found at Money Helper

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