Talk Money Week (2-6 November), led by the Money and Pensions Service, aims to inspire people to talk about money openly and with confidence.
Talk Money Week encourages people to have more open conversations about their finances – from pocket money to pensions – and to continue these conversations all year round.
Whether it’s speaking to a lender before repayments become a problem, checking whether you’re entitled to benefits you haven’t claimed, putting your first pound into a pension, or starting a conversation about a money worry with someone you trust.
Douglas Alexander MP has welcomed the campaign’s objective of encouraging people to focus on actions of all sizes to improve their financial wellbeing. Whether it’s one small action or a series of steps over time, when it comes to money, ‘it all counts’.
Douglas Alexander MP said:
“Ongoing cost of living pressures mean that many households remain acutely aware of their finances. However, for some it can be difficult to know where to begin with making improvements.
“The Money and Pensions Service’s Talk Money Week helps to provide helpful tips and advice, along with simple encouragement, to support people to have more open conversations about their finances and how to help improve things.
“I welcome the campaign and hope it will encourage constituents to take some time to consider their financial wellbeing and take steps to think about small actions that can help their household finances.”
Oliver Morley, Chief Executive at the Money and Pensions Service, said:
“Actions to improve your finances don’t have to be big or complicated to make a difference. That’s why, as part of our annual Talk Money Week campaign, we’re reminding people that when it comes to money, it all counts.
“Whether it’s simply talking through a money worry with a friend, putting a little aside when you can or shopping around to get a better deal on your bills, every step can help.
“Small actions matter and however simple they may seem, this is the chance for everyone to feel more confident and in control of their money.”
With many people across the UK under financial pressure due to rising costs and unexpected expenses, it’s easy to think only big changes will make a real difference, but even the smallest of actions can help people become more informed, confident and feel more in control of their money.
For more information on Talk Money Week visit www.maps.org.uk/talk-money-week.