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In this section we explore useful advice and guidance to get you set up for financial success. From how to budget to top tips for saving energy, read our advice below.

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11 September 2024

Savings tips and advice

Building up your savings can go a long way. Find out more including where you can build up your savings.

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16 May 2024

Staying safe from loan sharks

Find out more about how to spot loan sharks and the dangers of borrowing money from illegal lenders.

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17 April 2024

Christmas savings account opening deal

Open a Christmas savings account with Westcountry Savings & Loans before the end of April for a joining incentive!

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27 March 2024

The dangers of meter tampering or energy theft

Energy theft can be very dangerous, and is also illegal.

30 August 2023

How to save water at home

Every drop of water you save helps tackle the impact of climate change - and it could save you money too!

5 May 2023

Have you received a suspicious contact about receiving compensation?

We are receiving reports of people getting in touch with customers pretending to be from LiveWest

11 April 2023

We are focusing our grants support on energy bills and food

We are committed to helping our customers with the rising cost of energy bills and food.

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31 January 2023

Safely heating your home

In order to try and save money on bills, some are turning to unsafe methods of heating their home.

13 October 2022

We are improving the energy efficiency of our homes

We have successfully retrofit 300 of our homes so far.

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10 October 2022

We have launched our roadmap to net zero

The roadmap outlines our ambitious sustainability plans as we work towards achieving net zero emissions by 2050.

30 September 2022

We have made some changes to our crisis and hardship grant

Our crisis and hardship grant will now focus on energy and food to support our customers.

26 September 2022

We launch our Slow Cook, Low Waste competition to support our customers

Customers can share their top tips on reducing food waste for a chance to win a slow cooker.

2 August 2022

Support for you during the cost of living crisis

There is a range of support to help the many households under financial pressure as a result of the cost of living crisis.

22 July 2022

Get support with your money with Westcountry Savings & Loans

We have partnered with Westcountry Savings & Loans to help our customers facing financial difficulties.

8 April 2022

Develop your digital skills with Barclays

Improving your digital skills can help you take positive steps in your life, whether that’s in your career or just making everyday life that little bit easier

31 January 2022

Save money on your energy bills with a free energy awareness workshop in March

We have partnered with the Centre for Sustainable Energy to provide a free workshop to help you save energy and money.

15 November 2021

Types of fraud that you should be aware of and actions that you can take to protect yourself

This week is International Fraud Awareness Week. We are raising awareness of common types of fraud and how you can spot the signs of it taking place.

8 February 2021

Do you qualify for the Covid Winter Grant scheme?

Check to see if you could apply to your local authority for funding if you are considered vulnerable and are need of financial support

15 December 2020

Help to Save

Get help with savings if you’re on a low income with Help to Save

15 December 2020

Buy now pay later

Think again about choosing a buy now pay later payment option