WINSFORD’s MP is encouraging people living in Eddisbury to be one step ahead with their finances by getting help from Citizens Advice.

Antoinette Sandbach, MP for Eddisbury, met residents from across the charity’s network at an event in Parliament on Tuesday, February 2.

Citizens Advice representatives discussed working with people across England and Wales to help them work out a budget, save money on bills and build confidence using online and mobile banking.

Ms Sandbach said: “We can all benefit from being one step ahead with our finances.

“Developing money management skills can give a real sense of security and helps put you in charge of your money, keep on top of bills and avoid unaffordable debt.

“As local MP for Eddisbury I work closely with Winsford Citizens Advice, our office buildings are actually next door to each other and we work very well together on many issues.

“I would encourage anyone who wants to improve their money management skills to contact their local Citizens Advice.”

Together with Citizens Advice, Winsford’s MP has put together five tips to help residents keep on top of their bills and save money.

People are advised to build their budget, shop around for the best deals, control their credit, plan their pension and most importantly, if they do come into financial trouble – seek advice.

Gillian Guy, Citizens Advice chief executive, said: “Getting help with planning a budget can put people in a better position to pay for daily costs and cope with sudden expenses such as emergency car repairs.

“Shopping around and negotiating with energy and broadband suppliers can also help to reduce your bills.”