10,535 children in Renfrewshire benefiting from Scottish Child Payment
A Renfrewshire MSP has welcomed new figures which show that 10,535 children in Renfrewshire are currently receiving the Scottish Child Payment.
Citizens Advice warns of cost of living driving increased demand for rent arrears advice
Citizens Advice Scotland (CAS) has warned that the cost of living crisis in Scotland is seeing more people fall behind on their rent, as new figures show a 37% increase
Food donation drive volunteer collectors required in Renfrewshire
Food banks and charities are facing increasing levels of need this winter and Tesco are urging people to give the gift of their time to take part in the UK’s
Support over-65s in Renfrewshire with lifeline shopping deliveries
Renfrewshire residents can directly support older people in the region by sponsoring boxes which carry lifeline shopping deliveries to over-65s in their homes
MSP raises concerns over increase in older people facing financial hardship
New research from Age Scotland has revealed a substantial increase in the number of older people facing financial hardship.
Families to receive an extra £50 clothing grant this winter
Renfrewshire parents and carers who have received a school clothing grant will get an additional £50 winter clothing payment for each eligible child.
Councillor calls on UK Government to reintroduce the Energy Bill Support Scheme
A Renfrewshire councillor is calling for the UK Government to reintroduce their Energy Bill Support Scheme.
Winter Connections grant fund re-opens to community groups and voluntary organisations
Ahead of launching a new Winter Connections programme, Renfrewshire Council has re-opened its grant funding to support community groups and voluntary organisations to put on activities from October to March.
Families of four can eat out for just £15 at Hungry Horse
Families of four can eat out for just £15 throughout September at nationwide pub chain Hungry Horse.
Claiming Child Benefit for teenagers studying or training after completing their Nationals
Parents have until 31st August to tell HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) that their 16-year-old is continuing their education or training, if they wish to continue receiving Child Benefit.