Latest News, Campaigns and Press Releases
The latest news, campaigns and press releases from Dumfries and Galloway Citizens Advice Service.
Our annual report tells a story of a very successful year despite a difficult year. It contains statistics including client financial gains, case studies, volunteer and staff profiles and client testimonials which demonstrate the hard work and contribution of our staff and volunteers.…
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Read moreVolunteer StrategyDownload Find attached our Volunteer Strategy which we will be working towards in 2022.
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First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced that the Scottish Child Payment will be doubled to £20 per week per child from April 2022. There are more than 106,000 children aged under 6 currently living in households that receive payments. The payment…
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The Scottish Government’s next benefit, Adult Disability Payment, will open for new applications in pilot areas from 21 March 2022.Adults of working age with a disability or health condition, who are not already in receipt of Disability Living Allowance (DLA)…
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D&G Citizens Advice launches bid to help local people with soaring energy bills. Dumfries & Galloway Citizens Advice Service (D&G CAS) is joining other bureaux across Scotland to help people with soaring energy bills this winter. The Big Energy Saving…
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Dumfries & Galloway PRESS RELEASE 04/11/2021 Dumfries & Galloway Citizens Advice Project, Support4Life, is here to help those with Long Term Conditions identify and apply for Benefits Support4Life (S4L) is one of many projects within Dumfries and Galloway Citizens Advice…
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D&G HandyVan are based in Lockerbie but cover the whole of the Dumfries and Galloway region and are funded to provide the Small Repair and Home Support Service. The Scottish Government has announced new Smoke and Heat Alarm Legislation coming…
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Application FormDownload We have some exciting job openings for those on the Kickstart Scheme to gain experience and work with us to help those in need in the community!The roles include:Role: Administration Assistant: Locations: StranraerWhen?: Positions available nowRole: Client AdviserLocations:…
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The Carer’s Allowance Supplement (Scotland) Bill has been unanimously approved by Scottish Parliament. It means that if you get Carer’s Allowance then you will receive a double payment of £462.80 this winter. Find out more here.
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The Warm Home Discount Scheme has opened with Scottish Power, British Gas, EDF and E.on.Keep an eye out on your supplier’s website and socials to see if and when their scheme opens.
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In response to the pandemic, an extra £20 per week was added on to Universal Credit payments. However, this officially ended on the 6th October 2021. For information and advice about Universal Credit contact us on 0300 303 4321 or…
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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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