Fifth of older people in Renfrewshire at risk of malnourishment
A fifth of older people in Renfrewshire are in danger of becoming malnourished, a charity says. Screening by older people’s charity Food Train has found that 21% of people aged…
UK’s biggest food collection calls for donations
With food banks and charities facing continued levels of need this winter, people are being urged to give the gift of their time to take part in the UK’s biggest…
£57 million paid to families in Scotland to help with the food shop
Families getting a Scottish benefit to help them buy healthy foods are being urged to check their balance on their prepaid card.
Green MSP hits out at reintroduction of peak rail fares
The reintroduction of peak rail fares will cost workers and families in Paisley a fortune, says Ross Greer, the Green MSP who secured their removal last year.
Winter Fuel Payment deadline plea for pensioners to claim Pension Credit
Thousands more pensioners could receive the Winter Fuel Payment if they claim Pension Credit by the upcoming deadline.
Extend Child Benefit for your teen by 31 August
Parents have less than two weeks to tell HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) their 16-19 year-old is continuing education or training, or their Child Benefit payments will stop.
Universal winter fuel payments for pensioners to be axed in Scotland
The Scottish government has confirmed it will no longer provide winter fuel payments to all pensioners.
New poll shows money is the biggest barrier to people from Scotland going on a summer holiday
New research released today by Family Holiday Charity shines a light on the barriers that are stopping people going on a Summer holiday this year, with money (47%) topping the…
Renfrewshire households missing out on vital energy-saving funding
Households in Renfrewshire are missing out on funding for energy saving measures due to a lack of awareness and misconceptions.
Credit union in Greenock merges with Paisley based credit union
A credit union in Inverclyde has merged with a Paisley-based credit union.