by John Donnelly The Big Disability Hub in Dalmuir has a range of external service providers offering support with benefit applications. Cunninghame Solicitors A small firm of Glasgow-based solicitors their work mainly involves legal advice and representation in … [Read more...] about Support Hub Services: The Big Disability
Benefits Campaign
Benefit Spotlight: Pension Credits
Who is it for? For people over state pension age who are on a low income. Take up is extremely low with an estimated 123,000 households in Scotland not claiming their entitlement. The aim is to top up your weekly income to a weekly guaranteed minimum. It is separate … [Read more...] about Benefit Spotlight: Pension Credits
Benefit Spotlight: Carers Benefits
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)