COVID-19
National helpline established for those who do not have family or community support. A new national helpline is being set up to provide essential assistance to those who don’t have a network of support but who are at high risk…
Read moreYour safety, and that of your customer is a main priority. The government position is that people should work from home if they can, but if they need to travel to work then they can continue to do so. Tradespeople can carry…
Read moreFind out if you’re eligible and how much you can claim to cover wages for employees on temporary leave (‘furlough’) due to coronavirus (COVID-19). Contents Who can claimEmployees you can claim forAgreeing to furlough employeesHow much you can claimWhat you’ll…
Read moreDomestic abuse is often linked with other forms of gender-based violence and abuse. Read our advice if you’ve experienced: intimate photos or videos being shared – read our advice on what to do if your intimate photos or videos are shared without…
Read moreMore support if you’re a woman The Scottish Women’s Rights Centre can help you with free legal advice, for example about court orders to protect your from abuse and reporting the abuser to the police. They have face-to-face legal clinics…
Read moreThe last two and a half weeks has undoubtedly been very difficult for many people, not only having to get used to a new way of living to prevent the spread of a highly contagious virus but to protect our…
Read moreYou may be worried about a recent loss or reduction in income. This will inevitably lead to concerns about how you are going to pay your bills. When you are worried that you may not have enough money to pay…
Read moreSpeak to your energy supplier as soon as you can. You might be able to set up a payment plan with them to help spread the cost of your bills. Find out more about what to do if you’re struggling to…
Read moreMost businesses and premises in the UK have been ordered to close. You can find a list of which businesses are allowed to stay open on GOV.UK. Check the Find Business Support website for the latest from the Scottish government. You can also call…
Read moreShops and businesses can put up their prices if they want to. If you’ve noticed that things cost more than usual, you’ll need to decide if you want to pay for the item or not. If you’re worried a business…
Read moreGovernment advice is not to travel right now unless you really have to – you can read more about if you have to travel on GOV.UK. If you really have to travel abroad you should check up-to-date travel guidance on GOV.UK. It’ll tell you…
Read moreSpeak to your employer. Read more about taking time off work to look after a dependant on GOV.UK.
Read moreMost schools and nurseries in Scotland are closed. But the Scottish government has asked local councils to make special arrangements for childcare if: you’re a ‘key worker’ – your job keeps an important service running, like the NHS or policeyour child…
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