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I’ve heard the Scottish Welfare Fund is distributing grants to people in need. How do I find out if I am eligible and how to apply?

The Scottish Welfare Fund provides a safety net for people on low incomes. Awards are made by individual local authorities and are discretionary. They are aimed to support people in need or in emergency situations. What should the grants be used for? There are two types of grants in the Scottish Welfare Fund: Crisis Grants […]

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I have young children and have been struggling to pay for basic necessities. Is there any further support available to me?

Child Benefit is available to anyone in Scotland who is a parent or responsible for bringing up a child. This benefit is not means tested, however if one of the parents earns over £50,000 they may be liable for a tax-charge. For 2023/2024, this payment is paid at a rate of £24 a week for

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I’m Currently receiving Universal Credit and Jobseeker’s Allowance but I’m still struggling with my bills and the cost of living. Are there any other benefits I could apply for?

Universal Credit, Jobseekers Allowance and State Pension benefits are available to eligible citizens across the UK. If you are currently receiving any of these but find you are still struggling with the cost of living, there are benefits exclusively available to Scottish residents which you may be entitled to. Who manages these benefits? Social Security

I’m Currently receiving Universal Credit and Jobseeker’s Allowance but I’m still struggling with my bills and the cost of living. Are there any other benefits I could apply for? Read More »

I Am Having Personal Financial Worries, and Due to My Job, Am Concerned About Entering a Formal Debt Solution, as It Could Potentially Lead To My Dismissal. Can You Help?

Formal debt solutions such as bankruptcy and Trust Deeds can have an impact on some professions, specifically in the financial, legal, and licensed trades.  If you are in debt and struggling, and your job stipulates that you must declare these issues, you may have to make your employer aware of your situation. Debt Solutions In

I Am Having Personal Financial Worries, and Due to My Job, Am Concerned About Entering a Formal Debt Solution, as It Could Potentially Lead To My Dismissal. Can You Help? Read More »

Airth Castle Hotel Limited Liquidation – Redundancy Rights

Airth Castle Hotel Limited, the company that manages Airth Castle has confirmed that the popular wedding venue has went into liquidation. At the time of writing, several news outlets are reporting that staff have received notification that shifts have been cancelled and that they should not show up for anything that has been scheduled. advice.scot

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I am struggling with energy costs and am terrified that I am going to run out of electricity and gas over the festive period with my baby here. I have a prepayment meter, and only top up small amounts, with a large chunk of the payments taken for debt. What can I do?

There are many people finding themselves in the same boat, with the cost of energy and other goods and services increasing so much. It’s important to remember that help is available when we need it! With suppliers and other organisations closing or operating reduced hours during the festive season, it is important that you seek

I am struggling with energy costs and am terrified that I am going to run out of electricity and gas over the festive period with my baby here. I have a prepayment meter, and only top up small amounts, with a large chunk of the payments taken for debt. What can I do? Read More »

I have had several issues over the last few months with the woman next door and levels of noise. She plays her music late at night and her dog is always barking. I don’t want to come across as a nagging neighbour, but the lack of sleep is affecting my work. Can you help?

If your neighbour is creating a lot of noise, such as playing loud music or allowing their dogs to continually bark, there are a few options available to you. If you feel comfortable, and it is safe to do so, you could address the problem directly by having an informal conversation with the neighbour in

I have had several issues over the last few months with the woman next door and levels of noise. She plays her music late at night and her dog is always barking. I don’t want to come across as a nagging neighbour, but the lack of sleep is affecting my work. Can you help? Read More »

The cost-of-living crisis has me really struggling to make ends meet. I feel like I am not getting anywhere and am living month-to-month. My electricity bills are through the roof, and I cannot see a way forward because of the amount of debt that I am in. Can you help?

The cost-of-living crisis is having an impact on everyone, with many of us feeling the pinch of increased costs. It is important to remember that you are not alone in dealing with your current financial issues, and there are sources of support out there that can help. Many of us are already making all the

The cost-of-living crisis has me really struggling to make ends meet. I feel like I am not getting anywhere and am living month-to-month. My electricity bills are through the roof, and I cannot see a way forward because of the amount of debt that I am in. Can you help? Read More »

I am in a considerable amount of debt and cannot afford to pay it and think this is now a problem for me…What can i do?

I am in a considerable amount of debt and cannot afford to pay it and think this is now a problem for me. I am being chased for the debt by the companies I owe money to, and this is having an impact on my mental health. Can you offer any advice on what I

I am in a considerable amount of debt and cannot afford to pay it and think this is now a problem for me…What can i do? Read More »

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