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Worried about money this Christmas?
As London’s Christmas lights begin to go on, many people are already worrying about how they’ll afford the weeks ahead. For some of the people supported by Toynbee Hall, making[…]
What this Budget must deliver for a stronger social safety net
By Katie Taylor, Director of Policy, Research & Communities 27 October 2026 As the Chancellor prepares to deliver the Budget, this is an opportunity to set out what it must[…] Read the story
Toynbee Hall shortlisted for national technology award for Video Advice Kiosks
Toynbee Hall has been shortlisted for Best Use of Technology at the UKCCF Awards 2026. The nomination recognises the development and deployment of our Video Advice Kiosks, which connect people[…] Read the story
What can the UK and South Korea learn from each other about helping people in debt?
What can the UK and South Korea learn from each other about supporting people in debt? That was the question at the heart of a recent visit to London and[…] Read the story
Five national award nominations for Toynbee Hall and its Debt Free Advice partnership
Toynbee Hall and the Debt Free Advice partnership have been shortlisted for five national charity awards, recognising our approach to tackling poverty and financial insecurity through advice, community programmes, research, innovation and partnership. […] Read the story
Toynbee Hall announces Board leadership transition
Toynbee Hall has announced a planned transition in the leadership of its Board of Trustees, with Alice Gac appointed Chair of Trustees and Thomas Nowacki appointed Deputy Chair, following the[…] Read the story
20 Years of Changing Lives Through Debt Advice
Toynbee Hall has celebrated 20 years of leading Debt Free Advice, marking two decades of helping more than 500,000 Londoners overcome financial challenges and build greater financial security. More than[…] Read the story
Debt Free Advice partnership led by Toynbee Hall wins national innovation award for improving debt advice
Debt Free Advice, led by Toynbee Hall, has won a national award for technology designed to help advisers spend more time supporting people facing debt and financial difficulty. The Innovation[…] Read the story
Bringing the Reality of Debt Into the National Conversation
Recently, our Director of Advice Services and Incoming Interim Chief Executive, Matt Dronfield, spoke to a national audience on GB News to highlight debt, financial hardship and how important it can be to access advice services. […] Read the story
Celebrating 20 years of LinkAge Plus
Toynbee Hall is marking 20 years of our LinkAge Plus programme, celebrating two decades of supporting older people across Tower Hamlets to stay connected, active and part of their communities.[…] Read the story
Toynbee Hall appoints Matt Dronfield as Interim Chief Executive
Toynbee Hall has appointed Matt Dronfield as Interim Chief Executive for an 18-month period, as the organisation prepares for its next strategic chapter. The appointment follows a competitive recruitment process[…] Read the story
Renters’ rights have changed: what this means for you
The Renters’ Rights Act has introduced major changes to private renting in England. From 1st May 2026 new rules apply to the vast majority of private sector tenancies, strengthening tenants’ rights and increasing rental stability. The Act arguably contains the most significant[…] Read the story