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In all, since March 2020, we have dealt with 15556 client contacts with 22152 issues. We have helped clients gain £7.6 million; this is money that in all likelihood is being reinvested in our communities. We have also managed a 230% increase in employment issues for clients. WE CAN HELP MANY MORE.

DAGCAS is complying with government guidance to help contain the spread of COVID-19. Due to the sharp rise in Coronavirus cases in Wigtownshire our bureau in Stranraer will STOP face to face contact with the public.

However, Dumfries, Annan and Stewartry will remain open for URGENT appointments and a drop-in service and to see people who have no access to telephone and internet.

If you can contact us by telephone or through our website then you should continue to do so. This will be a quicker way of speaking to an adviser.

We will deliver an essential service that focuses on telephone, webchat and email enquiries.

For the latest updates on the Covid-19 outbreak and what it means for you, take a look at our advice website.

For the latest Government Guidance on new stay at home regulations in effect, click here.

Find out more about Coronavirus by visiting nhs inform.

You can access our essential services:

By telephone at 0300 303 4321 (Free from Landlines but from mobile may vary)
By email, fill out and send online enquiry form.
Universal Credit Help to Claim service at 0800 023 2581or click here to Webchat.
Money Talk Team (check if you can maximise your income) at 0800 085 7145 or click here to Webchat.
Use our information system to find out the answer to your Citizens Advice enquiries

We are extra busy during these challenging times and appreciate your patience.

💙💛 Thanks for understanding, stay safe and well from everyone from Dumfries and Galloway Citizens Advice💙💛

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Best Start Grant

30th March 2019

Best Start Grant

The new Best Start Grant Early Learning Payment is £250 for children aged two to three years six months, and is available to families that get certain benefits or tax credits. It is up to you how you decide to use this money, you do not need to pay it back. Apply online at mygov.scot/early-learning-payment or call by calling 0800 182 2222.

If you need some help with this why not pop into your local bureau or out-reach drop in service. If unsure of your wider benefit entitlements then why not contact our financial health check team on 0800 085 7145.

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