This week we are delighted to support Renfrewshire Affordable Credit Alliance with their loan shark animation. The RACA Survey found that some people have previously used loan sharks. We support a zero-tolerance approach to loan sharks in our community. Please share. TradingStandardsScot

The false economy of short-term #funding has gone on for far too long, says Derek Mitchell Derek Mitchell of Citizens Advice Scotland Citizens Advice Scotland okt.to/Ue3u7y

Multiply: Making Numbers Count is a FREE course at WestCollegeScotland helping you to improve your numeracy skills The course will help you improve your grasp on numbers, enhance career opportunities and help you progress to education or employment more info: westcollegescotland.ac.uk/courses/higher…

DWP CLOSURE Due to the bank holiday in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, DWP offices and phone lines in Scotland will close on Monday 26 August. If you're expecting a payment on 26th August, benefits will be paid on Friday 23rd August. All other payment dates are unaffected

If you’re over 18 and looking to access your Child Trust Fund (CTF), there’s no need to pay to trace it if you don’t know the details. You can use HMRC's CTF tool to request CTF details, or the form on the Share Foundation's website. More information: moneyhelper.org.uk/en/blog/young-…

Joining a Credit Union is a good way to save for a rainy day, so you don’t have to turn to a loan shark. They offer a range of products including savings accounts and loans. If you would like to find out more about Credit Unions and how to join, visit raca.org.uk/credit-unions/

You're invited! Join us at Renfrewshire CAB's AGM!🌟Learn about the work we've done over the past year, and see how we're helping local people every day. See below for more details. If you would like to attend RSVP by email to: [email protected]

Looking for a new job or career change? Take part in free events from 2-6 September as part of Renfrewshire Employability Week. Career and job fairs, employer visits, skills sessions and more. Follow the link to find out how to take part renfrewshire.gov.uk/employability-…

📝School Support Service📔 This week our adviser will be visiting Mary Russell, St Andrews, Park Mains, Renfrew and Gryffe High Schools. To make an appointment, call 0141 889 2121, or visit schoolsupportservice.10to8.com. Our advice is free, impartial and confidential.

"If Scotland is to be a fair and just place to live and work, we can’t afford a system where Tribunal fees put workplace justice further out of people’s reach." writes our policy officer, Hyo Eun Shin. Read the article here👇 tfn.scot/opinion/you-sh…

Pension Credit is worth £3900/year on average, and gives you access to the Winter Fuel Payment. If you're over 65 and your weekly income is below £218.15 (single person) or £332.95 (couple), it's worth checking your eligibility with DWP's calculator. pensioncreditcalculator.dwp.gov.uk/pension-credit…

Next Tuesday, our Multiply adviser will be at the STAR Project discussing good spending habits and budgeting with a quiz and free breakfast! Call 0141 889 5850 to book a free place in this workshop with the STAR project at 12-14 Wallace Street.

Utilita's Warm Home Discount is open until next Wednesday 11 September! If you were with Utilita on 11th August 2024 and meet their eligibility criteria, go to utilita.co.uk/warm-home-disc… to apply. Those in the Core Group will automatically be eligible and don't need to apply.

Share your thoughts! Scottish Government is creating a new benefit named Pension Age Disability Payment, and want to hear from pensioners who have experience with benefits, or care needs during the day or night. Take 5 minutes to help shape PADP! mygov.scot/padp-pensioner…

📝School Support Service📔 This week our adviser will be visiting Riverbrae, Linwood, Paisley Grammar and St Benedicts High Schools. To make an appointment, call 0141 889 2121, or visit schoolsupportservice.10to8.com. Our advice is free, impartial and confidential.

Now's the time to check your Pension Credit eligibility! DWP's qualifying week in order to receive the Winter Fuel Payment is coming up soon. See our post below for more info, call 0141 889 2121 or go to advicerenfrewshire.youcanbook.me to book a benefits check.

Utilita's Warm Home Discount scheme closes today (11th September 2024). Check your eligibility and apply for the discount using the link below!

Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau Thank you for sharing Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau! We’re pleased to announce that we've extended the Warm Home Discount application window for Scottish households until 18 September - so our customers now have an extra week to apply at utilita.co.uk/warm-home-disc…

1 week to go! Our AGM is next Thursday, 19th September. Join us at Paisley North Church to learn about the work we've done over the last year to help people throughout Renfrewshire make informed decisions about their lives. RSVP by email: [email protected]

📝School Support Service📔 This week our adviser will be visiting Mary Russell, Castlehead, Renfrew and Johnstone High Schools. To make an appointment, call 0141 889 2121, or visit schoolsupportservice.10to8.com. Our advice is free, impartial and confidential.