During January and February, Worcestershire Libraries are holding a series of free market-style Cost of Living Fairs, to provide residents with information and advice to help with the rising cost of living.

The events, which are free, for residents to visit will have multiple partners on hand to offer advice on:

• Support with managing money, housing and benefits
• Making your home more energy-efficient and managing energy bills
• Improving your wellbeing
• Finding work, or setting up a business
• Support for parents, carers and families
• Improving your digital skills and other learning opportunities
• Where to go to get further support and help
• What the library has to offer, such as free books and resources in libraries and online, events and activities.

Organisations attending include:

Act on Energy, Age UK, Seetec, Department for Work and Pensions, Trussel Trust and Shaw Trust. Many local services, including Adult Learning Worcestershire, The Living Well for Longer Team, Worcestershire Libraries Digital Champions, and Here to Help Worcestershire.

No appointment is needed to attend, and the event is open to all residents across the county and free refreshments will be provided.