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Research and Campaigns 

We help more people with more kinds of problems than almost anyone else – giving us a unique view of the issues people face today.​

 

By spotting patterns and collecting evidence, we

Improve the policies and practices that affect people's livesEveryone here helps. We flag unfairness, our volunteers dig into it, and together we campaign for real change in Lewes District.

Quarterly R&C reports 

Quarterly report July- October 2025

Quarterly report April - June 2025

All Reports & Campaigns 

Local Housing Allowance – Comparing Rents and Support in Lewes District

Find out how Local Housing Allowance rates compare to average rents in Seaford, Newhaven and Lewes, and what this means for people seeking affordable housing support.

Frozen in place

a new report from nationals Citizens Advice highlighting the continuing crisis of energy affordability

Social Tariffs -
Broadband, Water & Energy Help for People on Benefits

If you're on benefits, you could be eligible for discounted broadband, water, and more. Find out what support you can claim

The proposed benefit cuts- pushing people into poverty

Read the article with Claire Moriarty highlighting the long-term negative consequences of the proposed changes.

Response to the Green Paper- Pathways to Work June 2025

Our response to the Pathways to Work green paper highlights the urgent need for fair, inclusive welfare reform rooted in real community experience.

Our research and campaigns work in 2024

Read about our key areas of work and outcomes in 2024

What does the general public know about their local Citizens Advice office?

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Call us on 0808 278 7892

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Lewes District Citizens Advice is an operating name of Lewes District Citizens Advice Bureau

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Registered office: 15 - 19 Chapel Street, Newhaven, East Sussex, BN9 9PN

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