National Databank
We are delighted to announce, we are now part of the National Databank Network
Like a foodbank but for mobile data, the National Databank provides free mobile SIM cards to help digitally excluded people get connected.
In our digital society, equal access to the internet is not a reality. 2.5 million households struggle to afford the internet in the UK, and 1 in 14 households have no home internet access at all. This often affects vulnerable people who are already experiencing multiple inequalities.
Being able to access the internet is essential to be digitally included. You need internet access to participate in our everyday life – to connect with opportunity, services and loved ones.
We want everyone to benefit from internet connectivity through affordable and safe access. Which is why we built the National Databank.
The National Databank provides free mobile SIM cards for people who need internet connectivity.
People can get mobile data from their local National Databank.
Financial Support
You Could be missing out on financial help available to you through welfare benefits or grants. This free and easy-to-use Benefits Calculator tool, provided by Turn2us, can help you check what you might be able to claim or apply for.
This Benefits Calculator is supplied by Turn2us, a free, independent charity which helps people access the money available to them – through welfare benefits, grants and other help. Click on the link below for more information.
Grant Search
You could be missing out on financial help available to you through welfare benefits or grants. This free and easy-to-use Grants Search tool, provided by Turn2us, can help you check what you might be able to claim or apply for.
This grants calculator is supplied by Turn2us, a free, independent charity which helps people access the money available to them – through welfare benefits, grants and other help. Click here, for more information.
Energy Bills Support
If you need support with energy bills, contact one of the organisations below.
Your energy provider
In the first instance, contact your energy provider to see if they can offer any assistance. They may be able to review your bill and payment plan or have hardship funds available.
Are you on the best tariff?
Could you get a better deal? You can compare energy prices online. To check if you could save by switching to a cheaper tariff, click here.
Your local council
Contact your local council with the specific request of accessing the Household Support Fund. Your local council maybe able to offer support through the Household Support Fund. If you live in the Stockport borough, click here for more information from Stockport Council.
Your local Citizens Advice office
Contact your local Citizens Advice office. It will be able to help you identify any grants you may be entitled to and support you with any applications. Click here to contact your local Citizens Advice.
British Gas Energy Trust
The British Gas Energy Trust is an independent charitable trust set up to support families and individuals facing financial hardship and fuel poverty across England, Wales and Scotland. There is help available whether you are a British Gas customer, or with a different supplier. Click here, for more information.
Social Housing Provider
If you are renting through a Housing Association some social housing providers have pots of funding for energy support. You could try contacting your social housing provider to see if they can offer advice and support.
