Citizens Advice Guernsey Reports 3,043 Clients in 2025 Amid Crisis

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Citizens Advice Guernsey reported supporting 3,043 clients in 2025, an increase from 2,991 clients in 2024. Clients dealt with nearly 5,700 issues, with more than 1,000 cases primarily driven by housing. The average consultation time increased from 51 to 54 minutes, amounting to roughly 150 additional hours of adviser time. The charity's annual report highlighted the rising complexity of client needs and anticipated continued demand due to the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, which is likely to affect those already facing financial pressures.