South Tyneside Carers' Website

Money Matters

For information on benefits and pensions

The Welfare Rights Service can offer free advice, support and representation with the following types of query:

  • Benefit entitlements;
  • Employment rights including assistance with Employment Tribunals;
  • Debt including County Court appearances and bankruptcy;
  • Housing problems including eviction hearings;
  • Child support.

Contact one of the Welfare Rights Offices or:

Elderly Services Team
287 Sunderland Road
South Shields
NE34 6RB
Tel: 0191 427 8003
Minicom: Not available
Fax: 0191 455 5805