Many of East Renfrewshire residents have been negatively impacted by the rising cost of living. The council are here to help by providing as much support and advice as they can.
There are practical steps residents can take to support themselves and their families.
The Money Advice and Rights team (MART) can offer can offer free, expert and confidential advice to help you:
Find out what benefits you're entitled to
Make a claim
Maximise your income
Deal with all types of debts
Speak to your creditors on your behalf
For more information call 0141 577 8420 or email mart@eastrenfrewshire.gov.uk
The Community Hub have compiled a cost of living supports directory which provides links to a range of help for people and families across East Renfrewshire.
Citizen Advice Scotland have published their report ‘The Perfect Storm: Living on Universal Credit during the Cost-of-Living Crisis’ which can be accessed here.
You will have heard about the ‘Cost of Living Crisis’ or ‘inflation’ recently, where in the UK energy prices are going up, daily essentials are becoming more expensive, and some people are struggling to make ends meet.
Visit this page for new offers, tips on saving money, benefits and links to support.