PEOPLE are being offered free and confidential advice relating to welfare benefits and tax credits within GP surgeries.

NHS South Tees Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG), Middlesbrough Council and Redcar & Cleveland Council have joined forces to help support residents.

Advisors will be available in several health venues across the areas where people can receive free and confidential advice relating to welfare benefits, tax credits and tribunal representation.

Janet Walker, local GP and chairwoman of South Tees Clinical Commissioning Groups said: “It’s great we have been able to work closely with both Middlesbrough and Redcar and Cleveland councils to offer this valuable advice to local residents at a GP surgery near to them.

“There may be people who are able to claim benefits and have no idea about it. If you are struggling with financial pressures I urge you to book some time with these professionals to find out more.”

To book an appointment with an advisor call 01642-729242 or 01642-771166.