Who is it for? There are three different benefits/awards people in Scotland could be eligible for if they are caring for someone. Carer’s Allowance – is available for someone with earnings (after NI and expenses) of £139 or less a week, who spends at least 35 hours a week … [Read more...] about Benefit Spotlight: Carers Benefits
Check Your Council Tax
Could you be paying too much Council Tax? There are lots of reasons why you might be entitled to a discount or even fully exempt from paying Council Tax. These include living alone, being a student, being disabled, being mentally impaired or in receipt of certain other … [Read more...] about Check Your Council Tax
Benefit Spotlight: Universal Credit (UC)
Who is it for? Universal Credit is for people on low income or who need help with their living costs. You could be working (including self-employed or part time) or be out of work. You are entitled to UC if you are 18 or over but under State Pension age, live in the UK … [Read more...] about Benefit Spotlight: Universal Credit (UC)
Follow Your Dream: Sponsored Editorial
Sponsored Editorial A local charity helped a young girl with Cerebral Palsy follow her dream by believing in her when she didn’t believe in herself. Molly McCready always wanted to work in an office. However after leaving school she found it difficult to talk to … [Read more...] about Follow Your Dream: Sponsored Editorial
Accessible Places
words by Steven Hastings & photos by Katie Kennedy Is Bowling Basin accessible for all? Katie and I recently visited Bowling, to find out. If you’re visiting by car there are a few parking spaces at the roadside and there is also an overspill car park. The overspill … [Read more...] about Accessible Places