"The fund is a great thing. It means I have more money for myself." Eileen from Stornoway received support through the Scottish Emergency Heating Oil Scheme. If you rely on heating oil or LPG, you could be eligible for up to £300 towards fuel costs. 📞 0800 048 7413 | 🌐 homeheatingadvice.scot
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Is your heating oil tank running low? The Scottish Emergency Heating Oil Scheme provides eligible households with up to £300 towards heating oil or LPG costs. Apply by visiting our website homeheatingadvice.scot or call 0800 048 7413
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Heartwarming thanks to Valerie, one of our advocates. Feedback like this reminds us why our work matters. Thank you, Valerie, and all of our advice teams for the incredible work you do 💙
With energy prices increasing, support may be available. Contact energyadvice.scot on 0808 196 8660.
Struggling with heating oil or LPG costs? You may be eligible for support through the Scottish Emergency Heating Oil Scheme. Check if help is available 👇 📞0800 048 7413 🔗homeheatingadvice.scot
We're delighted to receive positive feedback from a customer who successfully applied to the Scottish Emergency Heating Oil Scheme. If you're worried about the cost of heating your home, we'd encourage you to check whether you could receive support. 🌐 www.homeheatingadvice.scot 📞 0800 048 7413
With heating oil and LPG prices continuing to fluctuate, the Scottish Government has announced the extension of the Scottish Emergency Heating Oil Scheme (SEHOS) into the winter period. Applications can be made at www.homeheatingadvice.scot or 0800 048 7413.
Batman may have left the streets outside our office, but Advice Direct Scotland is still here for you! Call us to speak to an advice superhero on 0808 800 9060
At energyadvice.scot, we provide free, impartial and confidential advice to help you manage your energy costs and access the support you're entitled to. Just one click or call away. Visit: energyadvice.scot Call: 0808 196 8660
Energy bills are set to rise this winter. From 1 October, the energy price cap will increase by £60 to £1,723 a year for the average household. With prices potentially rising again in January, we can help. 💡 Get advice: www.energyadvice.scot
Action required if you receive a PA302 letter from HMRC! Around 1.8 million people will receive a Simple Assessment this year, notifying them of tax due on income HMRC couldn't collect automatically. Don't panic - we are here to help. Contact us on taxadvice.scot or 0800 756 3381.
Need support with Social Security Scotland benefits? Advocacy.scot offers free, independent advocacy to help people understand their rights, explore their options, and have their voice heard. 📞 0808 196 8901 🌐 advocacy.scot
"Can't I just use my phone?" 📱🌞 It's one of the most common questions ahead of a solar eclipse. Swipe through to find out why experts recommend eye protection, and what to do if you don't have eclipse glasses.
Parents, help with back-to-school costs could be available to you 💛
The Making Tax Digital Deadline for this quarter is Friday 7th August. If you need any help, contact taxadvice.scot or call 08007563381.
🏠 Got your heating from a heat network? Know your rights. Our expert advisers offer free, impartial advice to help you understand your rights, solve problems and get the support you need. Find out more at energyadvice.scot or call 0808 196 8660
With the Edinburgh Fringe just around the corner, here's what you need to know about Edinburgh's new tourist tax. 🏰
Need help with energy debt? You may be eligible for an energy debt relief grant. https://britishgasenergytrust.org.uk/grants-available/
Great to welcome Michelle Campbell MSP to our HQ to chat about how we can work together to support people across Renfrewshire North and Cardonald. We showcased how Advice Direct Scotland can support constituents with energy, debt, welfare, consumer rights and cost of living issues.
We had a fantastic time at the Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony last night. Good luck to everyone competing over the next few weeks – we'll be cheering you on! 💙✨
Can't get tickets? No problem! 🏅 Here's how you can watch the Commonwealth Games live, including everything you need to know about the Game On Live site at Kelvingrove Park. Gather your friends, soak up the atmosphere, and cheer on Team Scotland! 🎉
The Commonwealth Games start tomorrow! 😁 Before you head to Glasgow, here are the key travel updates to help you plan your journey.
Empowering people in local communities! Today, we were delighted to launch the first phase of advocacy.scot in libraries across Scotland, bringing independent advocacy services closer to the people who need them. A huge thank you to everyone involved in bringing this event to life today.
“It is great to be able to help people who live on your doorstep.” That's Amanda, one of our advocates at advocacy.scot Join us tomorrow for advocacy.scot launch at Elder Park Library, Glasgow, 12–2pm. Get support with Social Security Scotland applications, appeals & assessments. 📞 0808 196 8901
Starting work soon? Find out if you could get a one-off payment to help you begin your new role.
If your child normally gets free school meals during term time, you may also get payments over the holidays. Here's what you should know.
Working over the summer? Stay on top of your tax
Struggling with council tax debt? Don’t ignore it. The sooner you take action, the more options you may have. Here's what you can do.