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We are Scotland's money charity. We aim to promote fair policy for people in debt, support money advisers, and improve financial wellbeing for people in Scotland.

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Image has a purple background with a pink piggy bank in the bottom left hand corner. There are two illustrated dumbbells leaning against the piggy bank. In the centre of the image reads the text 'Money Advice Scotland Scotland's Money Charity, Financial Fitness Series'

Image has a purple background with a pink piggy bank in the bottom left hand corner. There are two illustrated dumbbells leaning against the piggy bank. In the centre of the image reads the text 'Money Advice Scotland Scotland's Money Charity, Financial Fitness Series'

If you are thinking about buying your first home, the next instalment of our Financial Fitness series can help guide you through the process of purchasing your first property. Sign up for our free webinar on the 29th of October, 2-3pm, via EventBrite www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/financial-...

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Sign up via Eventbrite lnkd.in/et8Gyu_z

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In the top right corner, inside a circle, is an illustration of an open laptop with six characters appearing in boxes on the screen. Running along the bottom half of the image are four logos - Christians Against Poverty, Citizens Advice Scotland, Money Advice Scotland and StepChange. In the top left of the image is wording which reads, 'A Conference for the Free Money and Debt Advice Sector in Scotland. 29th October 2025 - MS Teams'.

In the top right corner, inside a circle, is an illustration of an open laptop with six characters appearing in boxes on the screen. Running along the bottom half of the image are four logos - Christians Against Poverty, Citizens Advice Scotland, Money Advice Scotland and StepChange. In the top left of the image is wording which reads, 'A Conference for the Free Money and Debt Advice Sector in Scotland. 29th October 2025 - MS Teams'.

There is still time to sign up for our online conference for the money advice sector on the 29th of October. Hosted in partnership with Citizens Advice Scotland and StepChange, the session will be held on Microsoft Teams and will feature discussions on key policy issues for the sector.

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The survey closes on Wednesday 26 November and teams with 8 or more completed submissions will be offered a dedicated team wellbeing report which will be produced and shared on closure of the survey.

Thanks for taking part!

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This year's confidential survey is now live and can be completed here (it takes 10-15 minutes to complete):
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Hazy purple background with three small wooden blocks on a table. First block has a sad face drawn on it, the middle block has a neutral face and the third block has a smiley face and is being picked up by the blurred person in the background. The text on the image reads 'Our Workforce Wellbeing Survey 2025 is now live! Share your perspective and help shape meaningful change.'

Hazy purple background with three small wooden blocks on a table. First block has a sad face drawn on it, the middle block has a neutral face and the third block has a smiley face and is being picked up by the blurred person in the background. The text on the image reads 'Our Workforce Wellbeing Survey 2025 is now live! Share your perspective and help shape meaningful change.'

Our annual Workforce Wellbeing Survey plays a vital role in understanding the experiences of those working across the free money advice sector. Results feed into our Workforce Wellbeing Index, which provides recommendations that influence sector-wide strategy, policy & support.

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This Challenge Poverty Week, we're focusing on today's theme of 'better investment in life's essentials' by setting out why free debt advice needs to be treated and funded as an essential service. Read our blog via our website #ChallengePoverty www.moneyadvicescotland.org.uk/blog/challen...

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Financial Fitness Webinar: First Time Buyers Fitness Buying your first home is exciting, but it can feel overwhelming. This webinar is designed to guide first-time buyers through the process.

Buying your first home is exciting, but it can feel overwhelming. This month's instalment of our Financial Fitness series will help guide first time buyers through the process of purchasing their first property. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/financial-...

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Joint Conference for the Free Money Advice Sector Come join us at the Joint Conference for the Free Money Advice Sector .

The session will be hosted on Microsoft Teams, and will feature discussions on key policy issues for the sector. Sign up via Eventbrite www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/joint-conf...

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Join us on the 29th of October for our online conference for the money advice sector, hosted in partnership with Citizens Advice Scotland and StepChange. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/joint-conf...

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Money Advice Scotland: Workplace Wellbeing Project Money Advice Scotland: Workplace Wellbeing Project

These workshops aim to support and improve wellbeing by providing the time and space to think critically about what’s impacting your wellbeing and what you can do to improve wellness at work. www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/money-advi...

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Money Advice Scotland: Workplace Wellbeing Project Money Advice Scotland: Workplace Wellbeing Project

Our Workforce Wellbeing Workshops are now available to book via Eventbrite from now until January. www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/money-advi...

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We’re looking for an experienced Finance Officer with a strong background in payroll operations, combined with the flexibility to support our financial accounts function. Find out more and how to apply via Goodmoves goodmoves.org/vacancy/a4sP...

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Fundraiser with Money Advice Scotland – Goodmoves Money Advice Scotland is Scotland’s money charity. Established in 1989, the organisation has grown significantly but retains its core activities in promoting free independent debt advice and…

We're looking for a skilled Fundraiser to join our team to help develop our funding strategy with a focus on community fundraising, sponsorship, events, donations, and trusts goodmoves.org/vacancy/a4sP...

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Wellbeing Blog: Your Team’s Wellbeing Matters - Get the Insights to Make a Difference We’re excited to announce an important update to our Workforce Wellbeing Index Survey. For the first time, participating organisations will now have the opportunity to access wellbeing data at team…

Read more including how to sign up via our latest blog www.moneyadvicescotland.org.uk/blog/wellbei...

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Wellbeing Blog: Your Team’s Wellbeing Matters - Get the Insights to Make a Difference We’re excited to announce an important update to our Workforce Wellbeing Index Survey. For the first time, participating organisations will now have the opportunity to access wellbeing data at team…

We’re excited to announce an important update to our Workforce Wellbeing Index Survey. For the first time, organisations will be able to access wellbeing data at team level - giving you a deeper understanding of the unique needs, strengths, and challenges within your teams.

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We are hiring! We're looking for a Fundraiser and a Finance Officer to join our team. Both roles are part time, and will help contribute to our work of improving financial wellbeing for people in Scotland. Find out more via Goodmoves and apply by 3rd Oct goodmoves.org/organisation...

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Registration is now open for our in-person event celebrating 4 years of MATRICS Learn. Spaces are limited so register early to secure your spot www.moneyadvicescotland.org.uk/forms/4-year...

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Join us on Tuesday the 16th from 12pm-1pm for our latest Financial Fitness webinar. This month we'll be sharing helpful information about energy bills. Sign up via Eventbrite. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/get-financ...

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Wellbeing Blog: The Science of Sleep Working in the free money advice sector is deeply rewarding β€” but it’s also demanding. Advisers and managers juggle high caseloads, emotionally challenging conversations, and constantly shifting…

In our most recent wellbeing blog, our Workforce Wellbeing Officer Chris shares the science of sleep and sets out why professions like money advice require a good night's rest. www.moneyadvicescotland.org.uk/blog/wellbei...

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Financial Fitness Here you can find recordings of our Financial Fitness monthly series, where we tackle a new aspect of personal finance. Whether you're looking to build a budget, save for the future, or set…

If you missed August's BNPL Bodybuilding, you can watch it via our website. www.moneyadvicescotland.org.uk/financial-fi...

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Join us on the 16th for our Energy Bills Endurance webinar, part of our Financial Fitness series. In this session we'll cover all things energy. www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/get-financ...

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Sarah-Jayne tells us about her passion for the sector and the path that took her from helping people everyday to helping the whole sector. www.moneyadvicescotland.org.uk/blog/sarah-j...

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Join us as we conclude our blog series with an inspiring blog from Sarah-Jayne, Financial Health Policy Manager at Citizens Advice Scotland.

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The final two blogs in our Pathways to Change Series focus on public policy roles in the money advice sector. Today's comes from our Policy Officer Emily, who shares what led her to study policy, how she found herself at MAS, and why she loves the work www.moneyadvicescotland.org.uk/blog/emilys-...

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In today's blog, Natalia Mallon, a debt a money advice officer at Link Housing Association shares her path into money advice and explains the things that make money advice such a rewarding career. www.moneyadvicescotland.org.uk/blog/natalia...

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Today's comes from our Financial Wellbeing Manager Jenny, who provides some helpful advice to anyone unsure about their next steps, as well as explaining what drew her to a career in the third sector and how she got to her role at MAS. www.moneyadvicescotland.org.uk/blog/jennys-...

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As we near the end of the month, we're sharing the last few blogs in our Pathways to Change series.

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She also talks about how money and debt advice is a career where you can make real change to people's lives. www.moneyadvicescotland.org.uk/blog/allyson...

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Today's blog is from Allyson who is part of the debt advice team at Falkirk Council. Allyson sets out how she came to work in money advice and how being part of a team can make the challenging parts of the role easier.

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