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Debt is one of the major causes of stress for lone parents. According to surveys carried out in Northern Ireland, three quarters of single parents are using credit to manage their finances and approximately 40% said they were "always in debt".

The festive season is fast approaching so Debt Action NI has put together some tips on how to manage your money better in order to reduce the post-Christmas debt and to ensure you have a Happy New Year.

Belfast City Council have produced a factsheet about reducing waste

This guide tells you what happens if you are granted a debt relief order (DRO). It is for general guidance only. If you are thinking of applying for a DRO, you should seek legal or financial advice.

This guide tells you what happens if you are granted a debt relief order (DRO). It is for general guidance only. If you are thinking of applying for a DRO, you should seek legal or financial advice.

This guide tells you what happens if you are granted a debt relief order (DRO). It is for general guidance only. If you are thinking of applying for a DRO, you should seek legal or financial advice.

This guide tells you what happens if you are granted a debt relief order (DRO). It is for general guidance only. If you are thinking of applying for a DRO, you should seek legal or financial advice.

When you miss payments on your mortgage or you feel at risk of missing payments, you should contact a Debt Action NI advisor immediately for free money advice.

If you are struggling to pay your rent and have missed payments, don’t panic our Debt Action NI Advisers are here to help. Rent is classified as a priority debt and has serious consequences if not paid on time.