FAQs
What activities are there for children and young people in the area?
The Hunslet Club offer a range of activities during term time, and during the school holidays. Please follow the link for more information.
How can I get rid of unwanted items?
Leeds City Council can collect some household items for free. Please follow the link to book a collection.
Presto offer a reasonably priced, paid service for getting rid of unwanted items. This might be useful if Leeds City Council can't offer you the free service. Please follow the link for more information.
Where can I find affordable food in my area?
Surplus2Purpose are a social enterprise working to stop good food going to waste. This means the food they offer can be much cheaper than you find in your usual supermarket. You can visit their store in Bradford or order food online, by following the link, to be delivered.
I'm the victim or crime or anti-social behaviour. How can I make my home more secure?
We can offer you extra security, such as door chains, window alarms, mobile CCTV and personal alarms. Please get in touch with Charlie if you would like to discuss this further.
What is a Loan Shark and how do I know if I have borrowed money from one?
A loan shark is someone who lends you money illegally.
Signs you have borrowed from a loan shark are:
- You were given a cash loan
- You were not given any paperwork
- You're being charged a lot of interest
- The lender has threatened you
- The lender has taken your valuables or bank card from you
Someone who lends you money must be registered with the Financial Conduct Authority. You can check if your lender is legal by visiting he FCA Register.
You can visit Stop Loan Sharks for more information. If you're worried that you might have borrowed from a loan shark, you can get help here.