Pontefract and Castleford MP Yvette Cooper welcomes extra help for local homeowners to get a grip on their finances and avoid repossession.

In a major campaign to promote the free help and advice available to residents struggling with housing costs, the government has announced new funding for an advertising drive and local mortgage help events. 

Wakefield district has been identified as an area with high risk of repossession. Starting next week, a special helpline and website to tackle repossessions will be available to local homeowners. 

Yvette said:

“Losing your home is devastating and something that should be avoided at all costs. That’s why the government has tightened the rules on repossession and made sure that homeowners get support with their mortgages.

“Even though repossessions are running at half the rate of previous recessions, pressures on family finances are still likely to be tough for people around here. So it’s important local families know how to find out about the extra support available to them.”