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North East

Debt help in Tyne and Wear

Tyne and Wear covers Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland, Gateshead, South Tyneside and North Tyneside. The North East has some of the highest levels of problem debt in England, and free help is available across the county.

Towns in Tyne and Wear

Newcastle upon Tyne

Council tax and energy debts are the most common issues across Tyne and Wear. The Law Courts on the Newcastle Quayside deal with bankruptcy, but the application and £680 fee are handled online at GOV.UK. A free charity can help you weigh bankruptcy against a DRO if your surplus income is low.

Free national debt help

These charities help everyone in Tyne and Wear — you can reach them by phone or online right now.

StepChange Debt Charity

Free, confidential debt advice and managed plans across the UK.

0800 138 1111 Visit website

National Debtline

Free, independent advice run by the Money Advice Trust.

0800 808 4000 Visit website

Citizens Advice

Free advice on debt, benefits and legal problems, in person and online.

0800 144 8848 Visit website

Business Debtline

Free advice if you are self-employed and struggling with debts.

0800 197 6026 Visit website

Find your nearest court on GOV.UK

Tyne and Wear — debt help questions answered

Is debt advice free in Tyne and Wear?

Yes. National charities such as StepChange and National Debtline offer free, confidential debt advice to everyone in Tyne and Wear by phone and online — you never pay for their help.

Where do I file for bankruptcy if I live in Tyne and Wear?

Bankruptcy is filed online at GOV.UK and the £680 fee is paid there. Your nearest County Court deals with the petition — use the GOV.UK court finder to locate it, and take free advice before applying.

Can I get face-to-face help in Tyne and Wear?

Yes — Citizens Advice offers face-to-face debt advice across Tyne and Wear, and national charities run local outreach. For most people, phone or online advice is the fastest way to start.