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.
Council agrees to extra funding to provide financial advice for families
An additional £1million has been agreed by councillors to tackle poverty and support families and households under pressure from the cost-of-living crisis.
Shoppers save millions by shopping at Company Shop Renfrew
In a year where average food prices have soared nationally, Company Shop Renfrew, on Renfrew Trading Estate, has revealed that its members have collectively saved more than £4,386,126 on their…
Over three quarters of Scots are concerned about their finances with the vast majority planning to cutback, research finds
More than three quarters of Scots are concerned about their current financial situation, according to a new survey from Glasgow Credit Union, which covers Renfrewshire, is one of the UK’s…
Natalie Don MSP raises concern over increase in demand for debt advice
MSP Natalie Don has raised concerns over an increase in demand for debt advice.
New report exposes inequalities faced by ethnic minority carers in Scotland
Inequalities experienced by ethnic minority carers have been explored in a UWS-Oxfam Partnership research study.
26,240 families in Scotland saved on childcare costs with Tax-Free Childcare
More than 26,000 families in Scotland saved on childcare costs in December thanks to Tax-Free Childcare and HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is urging those yet to sign up not…
Tom Arthur welcomes £50 boost to around 14,300 households in Renfrewshire
Tom Arthur, SNP MSP for Renfrewshire South has welcomed the news that around 14,300 households in Renfrewshire will receive an automatic £50 from the Scottish Government’s new Winter Heating Payment…
Mears Group supports creation of warm space in Paisley
Mears Group has partnered with the Tannahill Centre in Paisley to create a warm space for the local community this winter.