Research & Campaigns
We use our clients’ experience, stories and evidence to research and campaign for positive change both locally and nationally.
Evidence
Our advisers have a unique insight into the problems faced everyday by the people of Winchester District. As well as giving advice, we also collect evidence of policies that we think are unfair and report these to our national campaigns team, who collate this evidence, and use it to influence decision makers and change unfair practices.
“As a local Citizens Advice we are uniquely positioned to see where policies and practices are failing. It is our responsibility to challenge and speak up for our clients and communities.”
Caroline, Citizens Advice Winchester Districts R&C Lead
Current Campaigns
Rising water bills
Water bills are set to rise across England and Wales from April 2025, with Southern Water customers expected to see a 47% increase in their [...]
End forced prepayment meter installations
Citizens Advice is asking the Government to implement a total ban on forced prepayment meter installations until new protections are introduced, ensuring households can no longer be [...]
Lack of carpets in social housing
At Citizens Advice Winchester District, we have seen an increase in the number of clients approaching our service for help with funding for carpets in [...]