Angus Citizens Advice Bureau

12/04/2026

Big news for families with 3 or more children

The rules for universal credit changed on 6 April 2026 so that it is possible to include all (eligible) children in your household in your award (previously there was a two child limit).

If you have three or more children, you may become entitled to the benefit for the first time, or if you are on universal credit already you may be due an increase (although this may not apply if you are subject to the benefit cap or have transitional protection in your award).

Not sure if this applies to you? Get in touch for further advice!

10/04/2026

Do you want to raise concerns about your treatment in NHS Scotland?

Do you have comments or feedback that could benefit others with their NHS treatment?

The Patient Advice and Support Service (PASS) promotes an awareness and understanding of the rights and responsibilities of patients in Scotland. It advises those who wish to raise concerns, make a complaint, and give feedback or comments about an NHS Scotland treatment or service.

If you would like to access this service or wish to find out more then please get in touch!

08/04/2026

Do you know your State Pension age?

Between April 2026 and March 2028, the State Pension age will gradually rise from 66 to 67, affecting those born on or after 6 April 1960.

Use the free State Pension age calculator on GOV.UK to find your exact age — you just need your date of birth.

You can also use the Check your State Pension forecast tool to see how much you might get and if you can increase it, for example, by filling any gaps in your record.

Remember, your State Pension doesn't start automatically. The Pension Service will write to you around four months before you reach State Pension age to invite you to apply.

If you need assistance to find out your State Pension age, request a forecast or apply for your State Pension,we can help!

GOV.UK - The best place to find government services and information.

07/04/2026

New payment for care leavers from 1 April 2026

Care Leaver Payment is a new one-off payment of £2,000 for young people leaving care in Scotland.

It aims to help with the costs of living independently and paid by the local council.

Care Leaver Payment can be paid to a young person who was in care on or after their 16th birthday, and left care on or after 1 April 2026, and is not getting continuing care.

It can also be paid to a young person who was getting continuing care but stopped getting it on after 1 April 2026.

A care leaver does not have to apply for the payment. It will be paid automatically by the local council that last looked after them when they leave care and start to live independently.

The payment won’t affect their benefits or other income.

If you would like advice on the payment, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

06/04/2026

Big news for families with 3 or more children!

The rules for universal credit are changing from today so that it is possible to include all children in your household in your award (previously there was a two child limit).

If you have three or more children, you may become entitled to the benefit for the first time, or if you are on universal credit already you may be due an increase (although this may not apply if you are subject to the benefit cap or have transitional protection in your award).

Not sure if this applies to you? Get in touch for advice

📞Monday – Friday 10am – 3pm
✉ advice@anguscab.org.uk
👉 11 Milgate, Arbroath, DD11 1NN – Monday/Tuesday/Thursday - 10am 1 1pm

06/04/2026

At Angus CAB, our general advice service is mainly volunteer-led.

Every day, our dedicated volunteers give their time, energy, and expertise to support their fellow Angus residents — often going above and beyond to make sure no one faces their challenges alone.

Volunteering is at the heart of what we do. It allows us to provide vital advice and support to those who need it most, while creating a welcoming, compassionate environment for everyone who walks through our doors. But just as our volunteers are always there for others, it’s important that we’re there for them too.

That’s why our advice service is closed today.

This short break is an opportunity to give our volunteers some well-deserved time back.

We know how much you rely on our service, and decisions like this are never taken lightly. However, supporting the well-being of our volunteers ensures that we can continue to offer a high-quality, sustainable service all year round.

We’ll be back open tomorrow, 7th April at 10am, refreshed and ready to help

03/04/2026

At Angus CAB, our general advice service is mainly volunteer-led.

Every day, our dedicated volunteers give their time, energy, and expertise to support their fellow Angus residents —often going above and beyond to make sure no one faces their challenges alone.

Volunteering is at the heart of what we do. It allows us to provide vital advice and support to those who need it most, while creating a welcoming, compassionate environment for everyone who walks through our doors. But just as our volunteers are always there for others, it’s important that we’re there for them too.

That’s why our advice service is closed today and on Monday.

This short break is an opportunity to give our volunteers some well-deserved time back.

We know how much you rely on our service, and decisions like this are never taken lightly. However, supporting the well-being of our volunteers ensures that we can continue to offer a high-quality, sustainable service all year round.

We’ll be back open from Tuesday 7th April at 10am, refreshed and ready to help

01/04/2026

🐣 Easter Weekend Closure Notice 🐣

Please note that our advice service will be closed over the Easter weekend on Friday 3rd April and Monday 6th April 2026.

We’ll be back and ready to help from 10am on Tuesday 7th April.

In the meantime, our public advice guide may be of some assistance.

Happy Easter! 🌼

13/03/2026