Helping People Across the UK Build Financial Confidence: Introducing the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS)

The Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) is a government-sponsored organisation helping people across the UK build financial confidence and make the most of their money and pensions. 

MaPS brings together three trusted services— Money Advice Service, the Pensions Advisory Service, and Pension Wise - into one place, making it easier for individuals to access free, clear, and impartial guidance on a wide range of money matters. From everyday budgeting and debt guidance to pensions and retirement planning, MaPS is here to help people make informed financial decisions at every stage of life. 

MoneyHelper/HelpwrArian (https://www.moneyhelper.org.uk) is the free consumer-facing brand of the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS), designed to provide clear, impartial, accessible, and jargon-free guidance on financial matters. It aims to help people make the most of their money and pensions by offering guidance through various channels, including digital platforms, printed materials, and helplines.  

MoneyHelper/HelpwrArian provides: 

• Simple, accessible guidance on managing money, borrowing, saving, and planning for the future

• Free pensions guidance, including tailored support for over-50s considering retirement

• Information on dealing with financial difficulties, including where to find regulated debt advice

• Tools and calculators to help people budget, save, and understand financial options

MaPS also works in partnership with employers, local authorities, community groups, and the financial services sector to improve financial wellbeing across the UK. This includes supporting workplace financial wellbeing initiatives, promoting access to pensions guidance, and helping people build long-term habits that support their financial goals. 

As part of its statutory role, MaPS also develops and leads delivery of the UK Strategy for Financial Wellbeing, which aims to improve financial capability, reduce debt, and increase savings and retirement readiness across the population by 2030. 

With a presence across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, MaPS is committed to reaching and supporting people in every nation and community, especially those who are most at risk of financial harm. For more information or to access free support, visit https://maps.org.uk/en/work-with-us/location/financial-wellbeing-in-wales