It replaces the UK Cold Weather Payment in Scotland. Unlike the old scheme, which depended on whether the temperature dropped below zero for seven consecutive days, the new Winter Heating Payment is ...

As thousands of students begin their college or university studies, those with caring roles are being urged to check they’re ...

National advice agency Advice Direct Scotland is urging older people to check if they are eligible for a new pensioner ...

Successful claimants can now receive either £73.90 or £110.40 per week, depending on the level of support needed. These payments, made every four weeks, total £295.60 or £441.60 respectively. This ...

A crucial update for people on Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and Adult Disability Payment (ADP) is arriving next week, ...

Labour’s Conference Arrangements Committee (CAC, dominated by trade union reps, but surely under pressure from Starmer’s ...

In 2026, more than 100,000 pensioners are anticipated to lose their Winter Fuel Payment, an important financial aid that ...

The Scottish Fundraising Awards 2025 were announced last night at the annual CIOF Scottish Fundraising Conference in Glasgow.

Driving experts have issued a warning to three million people who are making an expensive Blue Badge mistake. Blue Badges are given to drivers with disabilities so that parking is made easier.

If you continue meeting the UK Spouse Visa requirements, you can apply to extend it for an additional 30 months before it ...

West Dunbartonshire student carers have been urged to ensure they do not miss out on essential financial support.