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.
Aldi stores across Renfrewshire donated 7,224 meals to families in need during school holidays
Aldi stores in Renfrewshire donated 7,224 meals to families in need during the recent summer school holidays.
MSP Don describes energy supplier profits as “a national disgrace”
Two Renfrewshire politicians have attacked the UK Government after news of record breaking profits by energy companies as forecasts that winter energy bills for households across the nation are set
MSP highlights Social Tariffs for Broadband and Mobile Phones
Recent research by OFCOM has revealed that only 5.1% of people who are eligible are on social tariffs for either broadband or mobile phones. Social tariffs are cheaper broadband and
Liberal Democrats campaigner opposes bleak ScotRail fare rise
Paisley Liberal Democrat campaigner, Jack Clark, has called for the Scottish Government to freeze rail fares for at least the remainder of the year.
MSP confirms Education Maintenance Allowance is open for applications
The Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) is now open for eligible students who will be continuing their studies in the next academic year.
Warnings of Energy Support Voucher expiry date
Up to 30% of householders with older, non-digital pre-payment meters in Renfrewshire may be missing out on vital energy payment support.