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If you have a child soon to be starting primary school and currently receive certain benefits, you may be eligible for a one-off payment ...

Best Start Grant School Age Payment

Loneliness is a feeling we all experience at some point in our lives. But what if feelings of loneliness are affecting your mental health?

Loneliness and Mental Health

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At East Dunbartonshire Citizens Advice Bureau in west-central Scotland, we are here to help. If you live or work in the East Dunbartonshire area, we can give you personalised advice...

Tackling Poverty in Scotland

Social tariffs are available for low-income families to bring down the cost of broadband. But only 3.5% of those eligible are on one. Did you know about social tariffs? Read...

Social Tariff for Cheaper Broadband

Do you always find there is too much month left at the end of the money? Read on to find out how to spend less money . . .

How to Spend Less Money

When you're on the receiving end of emotional abuse, it is just as damaging as physical abuse but where can you go for help?

Emotional Abuse and How to Get Help

Young people in foster care face many difficulties and issues but, what are the benefits of foster care for them? Here are some of the most common benefits for children...

The benefits of foster care

Cost of living crisis holding an empty wallet

How do you reduce your cost of living with the current hikes in prices? From utilities to travel costs, subscriptions to shopping, costs seem to be skyrocketing. Read on to...

The cost of living crisis

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At East Dunbartonshire Citizens Advice Bureau in west-central Scotland, we are here to help. If you live or work in the East Dunbartonshire area, we can give you personalised advice...

Help! I’ve lost my passport!

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Over half a million people every year in the UK struggle with problem debt. Here are some ways to bring it under control.

Worried about debt? Here’s how we can help

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Free My Meal was set up in 2020 during lockdown, it aims to put together those who can provide a meal with those who need one.

How Free My Meal can help feed your family

If you are the parent or carer responsible for a child under 6 years old in Scotland, then you may be eligible for the Scottish Child Payment benefit. This is...