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Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @renfrewshirecab.bsky.social · 22h

Advice Works (0300 300 1238) and Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau (0141 889 2121) have joined forces for Talk Money Week to provide appointments for benefit and/or debt advice (including help with problems paying council tax).

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Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @renfrewshirecab.bsky.social · 10d

UC scam

Our staff have been seeing scam UC letters sent to clients, asking them to book an appt at the Job Centre using an 0800 number.

If you get a letter about UC, call 0800 328 5644 or go to www.gov.uk/universal-cr... to respond to legitimate communications or to report scams

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Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @renfrewshirecab.bsky.social · 14d

This #ChallengePoverty Week, Poverty Alliance are calling on the Scottish Government to take action on climate that benefits local communities, protects those on low-incomes and ensures that the biggest polluters pay for their damage.

More: www.povertyalliance.org/wp-content/u...

Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @renfrewshirecab.bsky.social · 14d

A financially healthy third sector is key to making meaningful progress on poverty and inequality. By participating in #ChallengePoverty Week, we want better investment in our communities, with fair funding for charities tackling inequality.

More: www.povertyalliance.org/wp-content/u...

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Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @renfrewshirecab.bsky.social · 15d

Did you know 1 in 5 people in Scotland are locked in poverty?

This week is #ChallengePoverty Week, and RCAB believes with compassion and justice we can end poverty.

Visit renfrewshire.cas.org.uk for links to self help and to book an appt.

More info: www.povertyalliance.org/CPW/

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Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @renfrewshirecab.bsky.social · 25d

Social Security Scotland will pay Pension Age Winter Heating Payment this winter. Most eligible people get the payment of £101.70-£305.10 automatically and don't need to apply. SSS will send the payment to the same account as your State Pension. More info bit.ly/SocialSecuri...

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Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @renfrewshirecab.bsky.social · Sep 8

If you're struggling with council tax payments, or are in council tax debt, support is available from our advisers, in Renfrewshire and North Ayrshire.

Book an appt (Renfrewshire, Saltcoats, Stevenston): app.10to8.com/book/council...

Book an appt (Beith): app.10to8.com/book/beithtr...

Council Tax - Renfrewshire & North Ayrshire

Helping people with Council Tax Issues

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Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @renfrewshirecab.bsky.social · Sep 3

Volunteers wanted! Can you spare 3 hours a week?

RCAB is launching a Baby Bank, providing baby essentials to families in need. We're looking for volunteers to help process referrals and package items.

For more details, please email [email protected]

Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @renfrewshirecab.bsky.social · Aug 29

Scammers are sending texts asking you to apply for "Winter Heating Allowance" within an urgent deadline or risk missing out on £300

Qualifying people in Scotland are paid Pension Age Winter Heating Payment once a year, and don't need to apply.

More info: www.mygov.scot/pension-age-...

Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @renfrewshirecab.bsky.social · Aug 22

Applying for UC for the first time?

Citizens Advice Scotland's Help To Claim service helps you through the UC application process until your first payment. HTC is a telephone service, with interpreters for various languages available.

Call 08000 232 581 to speak to a HTC adviser.

Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @renfrewshirecab.bsky.social · Aug 21

DWP/Jobcentre closure

On Monday 25 August, DWP and Jobcentre Plus offices and phone lines are closed.

If you expect a payment on 25 August then benefits will be paid early on Friday 22 August.

If your expected payment date is not shown, you will be paid on your usual date.

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Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @renfrewshirecab.bsky.social · Aug 5

If your energy supplier is OVO and you or your partner receive certain benefits, you may be entitled to the Warm Home Discount.

WHD isn't automatically paid out in Scotland, you must apply for it.

Qualifying OVO customers can register their interest at whd.ovoenergy.com

Warm Home Discount

Warm Home Discount Application Form

whd.ovoenergy.com

Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @renfrewshirecab.bsky.social · Aug 1

RCAB CLOSURE

Renfrewshire CAB will be closed this bank holiday Monday 4th August. We will open again from 10am-3pm for appointments on Tuesday 5th August.

Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @renfrewshirecab.bsky.social · Jul 24

We're hiring! RCAB is looking for someone with experience in people management and understanding of the needs of Renfrewshire to be our next CEO.

For more information, visit goodmoves.org/vacancy/a4sP..., or request an application pack by emailing [email protected]

Image of text, Renfrewshire CAB is hiring a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), responsibilities are listed on the left of the post. The closing date for applications is 15th August 2025 at 23:59, with interviews taking place on 3rd-5th September. This paid role is located in Paisley and is 35 hours per week.

Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @renfrewshirecab.bsky.social · Jun 27

Jeśli ktoś kontaktuje się z Tobą i przedstawia się jako osoba z Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau, oraz prosi o płatnośc za usługi, proszę, napisz do nas maila na [email protected] lub zgłoś to osobiście.

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Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @renfrewshirecab.bsky.social · Jun 27

RCAB services will always be free. We never ask for payment for our services.

If someone claiming to be from RCAB asks for payment in exchange for advice, report it to [email protected], visit our office or leave a voicemail at 0141 889 2121 to let us know.

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Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @renfrewshirecab.bsky.social · Jun 5

🌟'People come with a wide range of issues and leave with a plan'🌟

Michele is one of our newest volunteers, she enjoys seeing clients from all backgrounds and helping them make informed decisions. See below for her volunteer story. #VolunteersWeekScot #CABVolunteeringScot

Landscape image separated into blue and white text boxes. In the left column is Michele's volunteering story, she has been with RCAB for 1.5 months and enjoys helping clients from all backgrounds make informed decisions. A quote from this paragraph appears in a quote in bold white text on a blue rectangle. In the top right of the image is a photo of Michele. She is a woman with short blonde hair, she is wearing a black top and dark blue CAB lanyard. There are brightly coloured star stickers surrounding her.

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Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @renfrewshirecab.bsky.social · Jun 4

🌟'There's so such thing as a daft question'🌟

Sean is learning every day through volunteering, from training to knowledgeable colleagues. See below for his full volunteer story. #VolunteersWeekScot #CABVolunteeringScot

Landscape image separated into blue and white text boxes. In the left column is Sean's volunteering story, he has been with RCAB for 2.5 years and enjoys helping clients while learning so much himself. A quote from this paragraph appears in a quote in bold white text on a blue rectangle. In the top right of the image is a photo of Sean. He is a man with grey hair and moustache, he is wearing a dark blue top. There are brightly coloured star stickers surrounding him.

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Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @renfrewshirecab.bsky.social · Jun 3

🌟'Everyone is so patient and helpful'🌟

Tracey got her confidence back after volunteering, and finds volunteering highly rewarding. See below for her full volunteer story. #VolunteersWeekScot #CABVolunteeringScot

Landscape image separated into blue and white text boxes. In the left column is Tracey's volunteering story, she has been with RCAB for 9 months and has got her confidence back after a difficult time working in a residential children's home. Tracey loves to help clients and finds it highly rewarding. A quote from this paragraph appears in a quote in bold white text on a blue rectangle. In the top right of the image is a photo of Tracey. She is a woman with short brown hair, she is wearing a light grey top and dark blue CAB lanyard. There are brightly coloured star stickers surrounding her.

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Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @renfrewshirecab.bsky.social · Jun 2

Happy Volunteers Week!

🌟'I have become a more confident person since volunteering'🌟

Cody has learned a lot since she's been at RCAB, and enjoys giving back to her community through volunteering. See below for her full volunteer story. #VolunteersWeekScot #CABVolunteeringScot

Landscape image separated into blue and white text boxes. In the left column is Cody's volunteering story, she has been with RCAB for 1.5 years and has learned a lot of skills which will be useful in the future as part of her law degree. A quote from this paragraph appears in a quote in bold white text on a blue rectangle. In the top right of the image is a photo of Cody. She is a young woman with blonde hair which is tied back, she is wearing a bright blue top and dark blue CAB lanyard. There are brightly coloured star stickers surrounding her.

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Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @renfrewshirecab.bsky.social · Jun 2

📔School Support Service📔

This week our adviser will be visiting Riverbrae, St Andrews, Park Mains, Renfrew and Gryffe High Schools.

To make an appointment, call 0141 889 2121, or visit buff.ly/3VCzAal. Our advice is free, impartial and confidential.

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Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @renfrewshirecab.bsky.social · May 29

The Friend In Need or Hi Mum and Dad text scam impersonates friends and family, who lose their phone and are in urgent need of money. Manage your risk by making a family password only you and loved ones know to use in this situation

More on Whatsapp scams www.which.co.uk/consumer-rig...

Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @renfrewshirecab.bsky.social · May 26

📔School Support Service📔

This week our adviser will be visiting Gleniffer and St Benedict's High Schools.

To make an appointment, call 0141 889 2121, or visit buff.ly/3VCzAal.

Our advice is free, impartial and confidential.

Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @renfrewshirecab.bsky.social · May 22

RCAB Bank Holiday Closure

RCAB will be closed on Monday 26th May for the bank holiday.

We will reopen as normal on Tuesday 27th May at 10am.

Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau @renfrewshirecab.bsky.social · May 22

Scammers claiming to be from HMRC are threatening potential scam victims with lawsuits and demands for unpaid tax to be paid.

HMRC will never ask for personal information by email or text for tax rebates or refunds.

More information on HMRC scams www.which.co.uk/consumer-rig...

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