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We see big call increases during the colder months, so if you’re thinking about getting in touch, it can be worth doing a few things beforehand to help you get the most out of your call. 📃 Having any necessary documents to hand, such as benefits award letters, can help to make your call quicker and easier. ☕ Calls with our advisors typically last between 30 and 45 minutes, so it’s worth making yourself a cuppa and getting comfortable. Read about how to get the best out of your call with an advisor: https://lnkd.in/edptGeFj

Remember remember, this fifth of November to consider the environment and be respectful to your community. 🎇 Ground level #Fireworks, such as sparklers or catherine wheels that don’t contain harmful chemicals such as nitrogen-based fuel, can be great alternatives to traditional fireworks. Plus, they’re easier to clean up.

Did you know, you could chop up your leftover #Pumpkin from #Halloween and make a delicious curry? 🎃 Discover more ways to make sure your pumpkin doesn’t go to waste: https://lnkd.in/eiPscZRb

We partner with organisations and community-led projects to help those struggling to heat their homes and reduce CO2 emissions. Find out more about working with us to support people you work with save energy, cut costs, and keep their homes warm: https://lnkd.in/dqdnp2z6

At this time of year, it can be exciting to get the office into the spooky spirit with plastic pumpkins, reams of fake spider webs and light up skulls, but a lot of these decorations can’t be recycled. Why not get creative and make some DIY decorations from waste materials. Read this Zero Waste Scotland guide for inspiration: https://lnkd.in/eQZ9NCTG

Tonight is #WaterNight, which aims to raise awareness about water conservation and encourage us to value water more. Take part by turning off all non-essential taps from 5pm to 10pm and learn about the importance of saving water. Sign up to take part: https://lnkd.in/eX7khusu #TapOffTuneIn

Did you know, reducing your water usage is a great way to protect the #Environment? 💧 Fill a bowl with water for washing dishes or vegetables instead of leaving the tap running to save water. Discover more water saving tips on our website: https://lnkd.in/eeZtgi4p

The clocks are going back this Sunday, which means that the nights are drawing in and the temperature is dropping. 🕰️ You can enjoy a nice cosy extra hour in bed by using your heating controls to set the heating to come on when you wake up. Learn how to keep your home warm and adjust to the #ClockChange: https://lnkd.in/ea8--AqC

Thinking of having an office pizza party? 🍕 Don’t let your company’s recycling efforts go to waste! Rip up the pizza boxes and recycle the clean parts to avoid contaminating your recycling. Learn more about the benefits of recycling for #RecycleWeek24: https://lnkd.in/evtAnW7Q

October is @LivingStreets #InternationalWalktoSchoolMonth, when pupils around the globe celebrate the joys of walking and wheeling to school. Take part in an #AutumnStreetSafari and discover slugs, autumn leaves or squirrels on your way to school. 🍁 Learn more benefits of #ActiveTravel on our website: https://lnkd.in/eXHSQFX7