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Martin Heath

BBC News, Northamptonshire

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West Northamptonshire Council mentioned it had organised the roadshows so no-one must face monetary difficulties alone

A sequence of cost-of-living roadshows are going down in a county’s libraries, faculties and church buildings.

The occasions are being organised by West Northamptonshire Council, which says they’re “a vital way to connect with residents”.

The authority says the roadshows will supply recommendation on every part from household funds to psychological well being assist.

They begin on 10 June and end a month later.

While a 2024 report discovered that West Northamptonshire had decrease ranges of deprivation than the England common, there are some areas the place poverty continues to be a serious drawback.

King’s Heath in Northampton was recognized by MPs as one among 225 “left behind” areas within the nation in 2022.

The Northampton districts of Talavera and Queensway had been additionally on the listing.

Even in rural areas, which are sometimes seen as extra prosperous, there are pockets of deprivation.

More than 14,000 individuals in rural Northamptonshire are seen as earnings disadvantaged, whereas the city of Towcester reveals excessive ranges of meals insecurity.

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Kings Heath in Northampton is among the county’s most disadvantaged areas

The roadshow will go to 4 much less prosperous areas of Northampton in addition to two villages.

Laura Couse, the council’s cupboard member for public well being, mentioned: “We understand that the rising cost of living continues to affect many households, and no one should feel they have to face these difficulties alone. That’s why we’re bringing together a wide range of local organisations and services under one roof—to make it easier for people to access the help they need.

“These occasions are an important means for us to attach with residents and guarantee they know what assist is offered throughout these difficult occasions.”

The advice available includes energy-saving tips, debt management advice and mental health resources.

The council said its cost of living support hub was also available for people who could not attend a roadshow.

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The community room at Bugbrooke Chapel is one of the roadshow venues

The sessions are:

  • KIngsthorpe Grove Primary School – 10 June, 14:00 to 16:00 BST
  • Central Northampton Library – 12 June, 11:00 to 13:00 BST
  • Weston Favell Library – 19 June, 11:00 – 13:00 BST
  • Broadmead Community Church – 25 June, 12:00 -14: 00 BST
  • West Haddon Sports Pavilion – 26 June, 14:00 – 16:00 BST
  • Bugbrooke Community Living Room – 3 July, 14:00 – 16:00
  • Bellinge School, Northampton – 10 July, 11:00 – 13:00 BST

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