MONEY ISSUES
Introduction
Most students find it difficult to manage on the limited income they receive as part of the Student Support package from their Local Education Authority (LEA).
It has therefore become increasingly important for students to develop and maintain good budgeting skills. Faced with rising levels of debt, budgeting will help to prevent you running up substantial debt beyond your means which may result in threat of re-possession/eviction from your home, disconnection of your fuel supply or the inability to complete your course.
This section aims to provide you with information you need to manage your money better and make student support stretch just a little bit further. It covers what funding is available from your LEA, Tax Credits, benefits, employment, banking and overdrafts to University funding such as Access to Learning Fund and Emergency Loans. There will also be a section offering tips on budgeting.
All the information given relates to 2007/2008, and is only intended to give you a basic understanding of issues which affect students. If you find yourself with financial worries or have a specific problem, please do not hesitate to come along to the Advice Unit.
If you need more information or are having problems not covered by this section then please contact the Advice Unit. We are here to help and are licensed to provide debt advice and representation. We also hold the Legal Services Commission Quality Mark standard.
Contact Tel: 
01204 900850
Fax: 01204 900860
email UBSU
All information was accurate at the time of going to print, please remember that changes to funding may occur during the year. The Students' Union cannot be held responsible for any action taken as a result of reading this section. You are strongly advised to contact the Advice Unit about your individual circumstances.
