Today is World Sleep Day.
Sleep is essential for your health but many of us just don’t get enough! You can access a wealth of resources on our wellbeing website to offer help and support for a better night’s sleep.
#WorldSleepDay #Wellbeing
https://newstraid.spectrum.life/wellbeing/271
If you shop online, please consider signing up to Give as you live.
Every time you make an online purchase, you can generate donations that support our work, for free.
Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/229hf6pv
#GiveAsYouLive
Our annual Thames Valley Golf Day will be taking place on Wednesday 10th June at Farleigh Golf course.
To find out more visit our website https://www.newstraid.org.uk/events/
#GetInvolved
Car Finance Reclaiming news: when Payouts Start & new Free Help Tool. Clip courtesy of ITV Martin Lewis Money Show.
Full reclaiming help and free reclaim tool at www.moneysavingexpert.com/reclaim/recl...
Our welfare team are here to offer help and advice to the newstrade and if we can’t help you ourselves, we can suggest other organisations you may want to contact where appropriate.
Call us on 0800 917 8616
#HelpingHand #AdviceAndSignposting
We love hearing from our beneficiaries and discovering how our support makes a difference to their lives.
If you have a newstrade connection and are in need of assistance, please contact us 0800 917 8616
#HelpingHand
On Sunday 19th April our Wessex and Thames Valley Area Committees are organising a spring walk from Twickenham Bridge.
If you fancy joining in the fun, you can find out more on our website: https://www.newstraid.org.uk/event/tvac-wessex-newstraid-walk/
#GetInvolved
Today we are supporting International Women’s Day which is celebrating 115 years of women’s achievement. This year the initiative is encouraging generosity and collaboration with the #GiveToGain campaign.
To find out more visit https://www.internationalwomensday.com
#IWD2026
Did you know… our Retailer Support Scheme helps shop staff as well as shop owners. If you work in a shop selling newspapers and magazines, we can provide confidential support for free.
www.newstraid.org.uk/retailer-support-scheme/
#RetailerSupportScheme
Did you know Charles Dickens used the pseudonym Boz? It originated from a nickname for his youngest brother Augustus Dickens whom he referred to as Moses but was eventually shortened to Boz.
Happy #WorldBookDay!
https://www.newstraid.org.uk/about/our-history/
🌞Sunshine, 🌈colours, 😆 laughter too, may Holi bring the best to you!
Happy Holi to all our friends, colleagues and volunteers.
#HappyHoli2026
Did you know…. we awarded more than £14k to help industry colleagues with the purchase of household appliances and furniture during 2025.
#HelpingHand
"Dydd Gŵyl Dewi Hapus" to all our Welsh friends, colleagues and volunteers on this St David’s Day.
#StDavidsDay
Our February e-newsletter was mailed out a few days ago and can now be viewed on our website
https://tinyurl.com/52pkvz28
If you would like to join the NewstrAid newsletter mailing list, fill in your details here: https://www.newstraid.org.uk/about/publications/#e-newsletter-signup
#HelpingHand
If you have a newstrade connection and have been affected by the recent floods and extreme wet weather, don’t forget, NewstrAid is here to help.
We can offer financial, emotional and practical support.
Contact our welfare team 0800 917 8616 for support and guidance.
#HelpingHand
Did you know…. In 2025 we awarded a total of £773,747 to newstrade households facing hardship.
#HelpingHand
On our website, we have two @turn2us.org.uk tools that can help you when it comes to claiming benefits.
See if you're eligible for PIP ⬇️ www.disabilityrightsuk.org/content/pip-...
Benefits calculator: see what benefits you might be entitled to ⬇️
www.disabilityrightsuk.org/content/bene...
The Renters’ Rights Act means that if you have a fixed term private tenancy, it will become a rolling tenancy from 1 May. There will be no new fixed term tenancies.
It’s one of many changes to tenancy rights, including strong protection from eviction.
Read more: shltr.org.uk/lfQ1Z
An individual adjusting settings on a home heating unit, with text overlay stating 'Question about energy? Contact the Citizens Advice Consumer Service.'
Do you owe money to your energy supplier?
Our specialist energy advisers can help you.
Speak to them today ⤵️
https://bit.ly/4bt33fu
Person sitting at a kitchen table with a baby, reading documents and looking concerned, with text overhead reading 'Worried about being able to top up your prepayment meter?'
⚠️ If you can’t afford to top up your prepayment meter, you might be able to get a fuel voucher.
Our advice can help ⤵️
https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/consumer/energy/energy-supply/get-help-paying-your-bills/you-cant-afford-to-top-up-your-prepayment-meter/
At this time of the year, we always like to remind newstrade colleagues that if you are concerned about paying your bills over the winter months, we may be able to help. 🌡️🥶🧣🧤
Contact us on 0800 917 8616 for help and advise.
#ColdSnap #HelpingHand
We are delighted to announce that this year’s fundraising Race Day at Lingfield Park will take place on Thursday 30th April. 🏇🏽
If you are interested in sponsoring a table, please get in touch for full details mail@newstraid.org.uk
#RaceDay
We are delighted to announce that this year’s fundraising Race Day at Lingfield Park will take place on Thursday 30th April. 🏇🏽
If you are interested in sponsoring a table, please get in touch for full details mail@newstraid.org.uk
#RaceDay
Lest We Forget, remembering and honouring our heroes.
#ThankYou #LestWeForget #RemembranceSunday
You can enter our Christmas Raffle in advance of our December Carol Concert again this year.
For a chance to win a host of prizes, visit: https://www.newstraid.org.uk/xmas2025
#NewstraidXmasRaffle
This week is #TrusteesWeek which is the perfect opportunity to say ‘thank you’ to our brilliant board of Trustees who give up their time to lead and support the work of the charity.
#ThankYou
Have a great Bonfire Night everyone!
Enjoy the fireworks and stay safe!
#BonfireNight
If you have a newstrade connection and you are struggling financially you can apply for financial support from us.
Watch our short film to find out what you need to do.
To watch the full film visit: www.youtube.com/watch?v=UcSF0PdELJU&t=4s
#Helping hand
Our annual carol concert at St Bride’s Church, Fleet Street takes place on 1st December this year.
Join us to kick off the festive season with carols, mince pies and a glass of wine.
More information at https://rebrand.ly/btlhifz
#NewstrAidCarols
This week is #InternationalStressAwarenessWeek.
If you find yourself feeling stressed, please call our free Wellbeing Helpline 0808 196 2016 or visit our wellbeing website https://newstraid.spectrum.life/login?org=news2021
#StressAwareness #HelpingHand
