The Cost of Living Crisis for Architectural Professionals, ft. Architects Benevolent Society

Show Notes

There are members of the architectural community struggling to pay their energy bills and put food on the table. Changes to the Universal Credit benefit and the increase in National Insurance contributions means that vulnerable families are being hit the hardest. 

In these challenging times, knowing how to support each other can be hard. The Architects Benevolent Society offers confidential advice, support and financial assistance to the architectural community and their families in times of need. 

Join us in an open discussion about the current cost of living crisis, how it is affecting our community of architecture students and professionals, and how this awesome charity is helping in this time of need. 

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Stephen Drew

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