Help with heating costs
By Jon McNamara

An effort is made to provide assistance for heating costs to individuals on a low income and to keep families warm during the winter. There are services provided by councils, charities, and the government, and…

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Payment plans for energy bills
By Jon McNamara

Households in arrears on their utility bills need to seek help to stop a disconnection. They can contact their energy provider to enter in to a short term payment arrangement, or they can agree to a…

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ECO free boiler replacement scheme may end soon
By Kenneth Long

Citizens who are struggling to repay high heating bills may be eligible for some serious relief. The Free Boiler Replacement Scheme is an energy efficiency programme which is formally known as Energy Companies Obligation (ECO). It…

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Local Welfare emergency financial assistance schemes
By Jon McNamara

The central government has provided grants to local authorities in an effort to help the most vulnerable members of the community. The councils used these funds to create welfare schemes, and the aim is to…

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Perth & Kinross food banks reborn
By Kenneth Long

The year 2013 marked the rebirth of the fabled food bank in Perth. Community outreach volunteers from churches and local organisations announced that they had raised the initial funding needed to convince Trussell Trust to…

In categories: Perth and Kinross
Perth & Kinross aid for emergency rent problems
By Kenneth Long

Citizens of Perth and Kinross that find themselves unable to pay rent on time have access to expert advice and resources to correct the situation. These programmes can help financially distressed tenants avoid eviction and…

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SeAscape schemes for rent deposits and tenant support
By Jon McNamara

A leading not-for-profit in the South Ayrshire area is SeAscape. The agency works with residents that are homeless or on a low income, and the aim is to help people with any housing problems they…

In categories: South Ayrshire
South Ayrshire help with rent deposits from schemes
By Jon McNamara

People seeking to let a private sector home or flat in South Ayrshire can get assistance with the deposit or receive help with the rent in advance payment. There are a few organisations that offer…

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Rental aid programmes operating in Scottish Borders
By Kenneth Long

Rental arrears and other urgent problems can cause serious financial harm to a family. To meet this challenge and reduce the causes of homelessness, several aid agencies provide emergency rental assistance to individuals, couples and families of Scottish…

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Scottish Borders Deposit Guarantee Scheme covers damages
By Kenneth Long

Covering the rent deposit got a little easier beginning in 2007 for established residents of Scottish Borders. The Deposit Guarantee Scheme is the best way for lower income households to gain access to private housing….

In categories: Scottish Borders