It was during the outbreak of World War Two that a vital advice service first launched.
And next month Kirklees Citizens (CAB) Advice will mark 75 years of helping people through tough times.
And the centre’s staff and volunteers are inviting people to join them and mark the milestone.
Now known as Kirklees Citizens Advice and Law Centre, the drop-in celebration will take place on Wednesday, December 3 from 10am until midday on the 2nd floor, Standard House, Half Moon Street, Huddersfield.
The CAB provides vital help for people in need but earlier this month the Examiner reported on fears that Kirklees Council funding may be slashed by up to 50% putting the service at risk.
Chief executive Mark Lacey said: “We face challenging times ahead, just as we have done throughout our history, but is important to mark the 75th anniversary of a truly unique service that many regard as a national treasure.
“We would be particularly pleased to welcome former trustees, members of staff and volunteers.”
The Citizens Advice Bureau was founded in 1939 in response to the outbreak of war.
It has provided advice and support to countless people across Kirklees and the rest of the UK to the present day.
It remains the first port of call for many people when are looking for an answer to their problems, as well as the last resort for those who don’t know where to turn.
There have been many changes over the years but the philosophy has remained the same – to provide free, independent and confidential advice to help people tackle the problems they face.
It also works to improve the policies and practices implemented by government and councils.
Volunteers have always been at the heart of the organisation and today more than 60 volunteers deliver hundreds of hours of advice in Huddersfield and Dewsbury every week.
Kirklees Council has to make cuts of £69 million but volunteers are campaigning to minimise the impact on the CAB.
A group of 11 volunteers, led by Peter Millen, wrote an open letter to the Examiner appealing for public support.
Councillors will debate the cuts in December before next year’s budget is set in February.
