Latest News, Campaigns and Press Releases
The latest news, campaigns and press releases from Dumfries and Galloway Citizens Advice Service.
Help to Claim Adviser Person SpecificationDownload Help to Claim Adviser Job Description DumfriesDownload Advert Help to Claim Adviser – October 21Download Would you like to be part of our dedicated team who are driving our vision to be the leading…
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On the 20th September 2021 we launch Our Advice Adds Up, our campaign encouraging you to seek advice from your local CAB, our online advice site or Money Map tool if you are worried about money right now. Find out…
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The Warm Home Discount Scheme has opened with Scottish Power, British Gas, EDF and E.on.Other suppliers, are yet to open their scheme, but you can register your interest to be notified of when they open.Keep an eye out on your…
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In response to the pandemic, an extra £20 per week was added on to Universal Credit payments. However, this is due to officially end on the 6th October. The exact date the extra money will stop being paid will depend…
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Best Start Foods payments have increased this month to help boost family incomes. Best Start Foods supports families on low incomes to buy healthy food for children under three. Payments are made every four weeks on a pre-paid card to…
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PRESS RELEASE – Making Debt Advice More Accessible 18/08/2021 Dumfries and Galloway Citizens Advice Service (D&G CAS) is making debt advice and support more accessible. D&G CAS has launched their new Multi-Channel Debt Advice team to enhance our specialist debt…
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Media Contact: Jess Benzie 0300 303 4321 ext. 6108 Update on Changes to Employment Law from Dumfries and Galloway Citizens Advice Service The Westminster Government, who are responsible for Employment law, made what we consider to be some significant changes…
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At Dumfries and Galloway Citizens Advice Service (DAGCAS), we are always on the lookout for new volunteers to help keep our service a thriving one. Full training is given, and there are roles beyond advice-giving, such as administration and social…
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Young people aged between 16-24 years old are being urged to apply for the Job Start Payment if they are starting a new job after a period of unemployment. Eligible 16-24 year olds, who have been on certain benefits for…
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The Scottish Parliament passed a new law which will make civil partnership available to mixed sex couples from 30 June 2021.You must give notice to the registrar at least 29 days before the date you’d like to enter your civil…
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As from 29th April 2021, Dumfries Bureau will be open for face-to-face drop ins and appointments until 7.00pm every Thursday evening. Opening hours from the 29th April 2021: Mondays- 9:30am-4:30pm (closed 12:30-1:30pm) Tuesdays – 9:30am-4:30pm (closed 12:30-1:30pm) Wednesdays – 9:30am-4:30pm (closed 12:30-1:30pm) Thursdays 9.30am – 7.00pm (closed 12:30-1:30pm) Fridays- 9:30am-4pm (closed…
Read moreThere are things you can do if you: haven’t had any furlough pay yet but think you should havethink you’ve been paid the wrong amountthink your employer is keeping your furlough pay and not giving it to you It’s a…
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