CENTRAL Dorset Citizens Advice has 150 volunteers who together contribute almost 1,000 hours each week.

In the last year, the team helped 13,996 people with 33,619 problems, such as debt, housing, benefit and employment issues. This help resulted in financial gains of £5.91m.

Daniel Cadisch, Chief Officer at Central Dorset Citizens Advice said: “Throughout the year our wonderful volunteers contribute their time and energy to make a huge difference to people’s lives and help keep our vital service running."

If you’re interested in finding out more about volunteering with Citizens Advice visit the national Citizens Advice website www.citizensadvice.org.uk