Angus Citizens Advice Bureau

30/09/2025

Costs of gas and electricity are set to rise in the UK once more just as our usage will also go up 📈

Contact us 01241 870661 and speak to our triage team to be referred to our energy advisor to make sure you're prepared for the winter ahead.

We can offer energy efficiency advice, assistance with applying for the Warm Home Discount, help formulating a payment plan with your supplier and much more. 🏠💡⚡🔥

29/09/2025

28/09/2025

Don’t let debt and money problems mount up. 💸

We can offer advice to get your money situation back on track.

Whether you’ve found yourself in a lot of debt or struggling to keep up with bills, we can give you information and guidance on a range of different financial issues.

Please don’t hesitate to get in touch—we’re here to support you.

📞01241 870661 (Monday - Friday 10am - 3pm)
📧 advice@anguscab.org.uk (Monday - Friday 10am - 3pm)
💁‍♀️11 Millgate, Arbroath, DD11 1NN
(10am - 1pm Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Friday)

26/09/2025

The Park Homes Warm Home Discount scheme 2025/2026 is now open for applications.

This scheme is for permanent residents of park homes who pay the site owner for their electricity. Funding is limited and eligible applications are considered on a first come, first served basis.

This year, there is a new, shorter application form, making it even simpler to apply for £150, whether online or by phone. When you click on the link to apply, simply select the option to create a new account, enter your email address, and you’re ready to go!

Full details can be found online at https://charisgrants.com/partners/park-homes/

24/09/2025

These are the energy suppliers that have open applications for the Warm Home Discount at the moment ⬇

The Warm Home Discount takes £150 off your winter electricity bill (if you meet the eligibility criteria)

To keep up to date with the other energy suppliers Warm Home Discount applications, go to https://www.changeworks.org.uk/energy-advice/financial-support/warm-home-discount/

If you would like to find out more or if you would like support to apply, please contact us on 01241 870661 and we will be happy to help.

22/09/2025

Social Security Scotland offer 5 family payments help people who get Universal Credit or other qualifying benefits to manage the costs of raising a family.

The payments can be spent on anything you need for example, clothing, a cot, nappies or treats!

👪 Scottish Child Payment: over £100 every four weeks that you can get for every child you look after who's under 16 years of age

🤰🍼 Best Start Grant Pregnancy and Baby Payment: £767.50 for your first child then £383.75 for any child that comes after your first

🧸 Best Start Grant Early Learning Payment: £319.80 payment when your child is between 2 years old and 3 years and 6 months old

📚Best Start Grant School Age Payment: £319.80 when your child is first old enough to start primary school

🍏🍅 Best Start Foods: a prepaid card to buy healthy food during pregnancy until your kids reach the age of 3

Find out more via out public advice guide.

Find out about the Best Start Grant and Best Start Foods - Scottish benefits to help parents and carers on low incomes with the costs of having a child in the family. They can also be claimed during pregnancy.

21/09/2025

🌟 A huge THANK YOU to our amazing volunteers! 🌟

This past month has been an incredibly busy one, and none of it would have been possible without their time, energy, and dedication.

From showing up with a smile to going the extra mile, they've made a real difference in our community. 💙

We’re so grateful for each and every one of you—thank you for all that you do! 🙌✨

20/09/2025

Are money issues worrying your family?

We have tools and advice to help you save money, access benefits, and deal with debt.

Our advice is free, impartial and confidential.

🏨 11 Millgate, Arbroath, DD11 1NN
(Monday/Tuesday/Thursday/Friday 10am - 1pm)
📞 01241 870661 (Monday - Friday 10am - 3pm)
📧 advice@anguscab.org.uk

18/09/2025

We are a free, impartial and confidential service that offers advice on a range of issues including benefits, housing, energy and consumer.

The Energy Best Deal project aims to support those struggling to afford their energy costs over the colder months. Alongside energy advice, clients are given information on how to maximise their income.

Through the project, we are able to offer free energy sessions for consumers and/or frontline workers within Angus.

During these sessions, a range of topics are discussed including energy efficiency measures, benefit entitlement, energy saving tips, priority services register and more!

If you would like to arrange an energy session for your group, please get in touch with Frances via admin@anguscab.org.uk or you can contact her on 01241 870661

16/09/2025

It's that time of year again❗

Temperatures are dropping 🍁 and many older people's minds will be occupied by upcoming winter ❄ fuel bills.

Older people who, were living in Scotland as of 15th September 2025 and were born on or before 21 September 1959, automatically qualify for Scotland's new Pension Age Winter Heating Payment.

Eligible people will start to receive letters confirming their entitlement next month.

If you would like to find out more, contact us on 01241 870661 or email us at advice@anguscab.org.uk

14/09/2025

Being in debt is far more common than you think

Talking about debt is hard even at the best of times. Thousands of us keep it secret or try to handle it on our own. This puts stress on our mental health and relationships.

We have a debt advice team at Angus CAB who can support and help you manage your debt which can make all the difference.

Remember our advice is FREE and CONFIDENTIAL

If you would like to arrange an appointment, contact us on 01241 870661 or email advice@anguscab.org.uk

12/09/2025

If you're over State Pension age and finding it tricky to make ends meet, you might be able to claim Pension Credit to top up your income.

If you've reached State Pension age, you can claim Guarantee Credit if your weekly income is less than:
• £227.10 if you’re single
• £346.60 if you’re a couple.

Even if your weekly income is higher than these thresholds, you may still be eligible for Guarantee Credit.

Claiming Pension Credit doesn't just top up your income – it could help you get other benefits, too.

If you would like to check if you may be eligible for Pension Credit then give us a call 01241 870661 or email advice@anguscab.org.uk and we can complete a check.