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Financial support

From one-off grants to help you in a crisis, to useful tools like our budget planner and benefits calculator. 
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The ongoing production downturn, as well as the cost-of-living crisis has added to existing financial worries and concerns already being felt by many industry workers.

With support, information, and resources specifically for people working in film, TV, or cinema, we can help you find the right financial help, from one-off grants to help you in a crisis, to useful tools like our budget planner and benefits finder.

Money and mental health

We know that there is a strong link between financial hardship and poor mental health. If you are at risk, or experiencing a mental health emergency, you can get help now and access immediate support.

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Talk to someone right now

If you need urgent support, our free and confidential 24-hour Support Line is here for you.

Call 0800 054 0000

Apply for a grant

If you work behind the scenes in film, TV or cinema, then you may be eligible for one of our grants, available to help you during times of financial difficulty.

Financial tools and resources

When it comes to financial advice, it can be tricky to navigate all of the information and support available. We’ve created a list of useful financial resources that are designed to be specific and helpful for people working in film, TV, and cinema. 

We have also partnered with MoneyHelper to provide a range of practical tools to help improve your financial wellbeing. Use our resources to help you take control of your finances by learning how to budget, save, and prioritise your bills. 

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    Managing your money 

    Gain a better understanding of how to manage your money and improve your finances by using our Budget Planner and Bill Prioritiser.

    Learn how to manage your money
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    Benefits and welfare support 

    Find out about benefits and grants that are relevant for you. If your household income is less than £40k per year, you could be missing out on extra support.

    Find support relevant to you
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    Making Tax Digital 

    Understand Making Tax Digital and how to comply with HMRC requirements.

    Learn more about Making Tax Digital
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    Autumn Budget 2024: how does it impact you? 

    From carer’s weekly allowance to increases in employers’ National Insurance contributions – we’ve got you covered!

    Find out how this will impact you

Sign up to our financial email series

Access our financial email series for helpful information, useful tips, and advice to understand how to improve your financial wellbeing. 

In the series, we cover the following: 

  1. Practical financial tips 
  2. How to navigate and plan for tax bills 
  3. Benefits available to you 
  4. How to manage your money 
  5. How to improve your financial wellbeing 
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