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Paying more Council Tax than you need to? Many households don’t realise they could be eligible for a reduction. We can guide you through what you’re entitled to and help you apply. Call us on 0141 881 2032

Last year the Citizens Advice network in Scotland gave 17,500 pieces of advice on Council Tax debt. We want to empower people to take action. Check now to see if you can get money off your Council Tax 👉 www.cas.org.uk/counciltaxhelp

Our Veterans Advice Project (VAP), funded by @veteransfoundationuk is here to support members of the armed forces community in Inverclyde & Renfrewshire, as well as East Renfrewshire. 💛💙

See below for details of our dedicated ER-VAP outreach in Erskine Veterans Activity Centre West.

Scotland’s Migration Service is a new online advice service designed to help you make your home in Scotland. It provides accurate and up to date advice from The Scottish Government , working with Citizens Advice Scotland. Visit 👉http://scotland.org/live-in-scotland/migration-service

A big thank you to our amazing supporters who raise free funds for us on #easyfundraising.

If you're not signed up yet, please join today and you can raise free donations for East Renfrewshire Citizens Advice Bureau.
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If you’re losing sleep over unpaid energy bills, we can help you manage your debt and talk through your options. We’re here to help in-person, or over the phone on 0141 881 2032.

Registrations are now live for the first three episodes of our foreCASt election mini-series. Book your place today to be part of the conversation on some of the most pressing issues going into the Holyrood elections and hear insight from experts 👇

Routes Out Of Crisis offers free, one-to-one, confidential support for anyone facing crisis. You can contact Grace on 07564661470.

Yorkshire Building Society and Citizens Advice Scotland's partnership allows us to support clients through their local YBS. Whether you are a YBS member or not, call the Inverclyde branch 01475291120 to make an appointment to see Cara on Wednesdays.

🚨Our Money Talks Plus adviser will be at Your Voice on the 6th January from 10am to 1pm.

Are you worried this winter? 1 in 3 people in Scotland say their biggest financial concern right now is their energy bills. You can speak to our energy advisers by calling 0141 881 2032.

Festive Closure 🎄🎄🎄

🚨New drop in service at Newton Mearns shopping centre from 09.30 to 15.30 Monday to Thursday #partnershipworking

You can either visit any of our drop-in sessions, call us on 0141 881 2032, or email us at bureau@eastrenfrewshirecab.casonline.org.uk for advice.

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

If someone claiming to be from ERCAB asking for payment in exchange for advice, report it to bureau@eastrenfrewshirecab.casonline.org.uk

Leaving prison is a fresh start — but it’s difficult without a bank account. CAB advisers can help you open a Basic Bank Account so you can manage money, pay bills, and access opportunities more easily.

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At ERCAB we want everyone to be able to access affordable internet and phone data. This week we’re promoting #getconnected – to raise awareness of cheaper deals for those on Universal Credit.
Ask your provider and save money today👉
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It’s Trustees’ Week, at ERCAB we have a fantastic team of Trustee's who we cannot thank enough. Your dedication makes a real difference every day. #CABVolunteeringScot

Financial independence is an important step for survivors of domestic abuse. Without a bank account, it’s harder to receive payments, secure housing, or move forward. We can help you open a Basic Bank Account safely and confidentially. You don’t have to take this step alone.

When you are caring for someone, there is a wide range of support available to you. You can get help from your local carer centre, wellbeing support, financial assistance and access to short breaks -
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Join us at our Annual General Meeting on Tuesday 25th November at 1pm, St John's Church Hall in Barrhead.

Due to IT maintenance ERCAB will be closed on the 16th of October and all staff will be working from home. For any urgent enquiries please email bureau@eastrenfrewshirecab.casonline.org.uk

It was lovely to be invited along to see the new office of @PollokCU in East Renfrewshire today. A much needed service for East Renfrewshire residents #partnershipworking

We're supporting Challenge Poverty Week and want to ensure everyone who is entitled to benefits is empowered to claim them. Social security is the safety net that helps us build a better life, and even if you're working you might still be entitled to a range of support.

Social Security Scotland (SSS) 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.

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Our office will be closed to the public on Friday 26th & Monday 29th September 2025 due to the September Weekend Holiday.

The Citizens Advice Help to Claim team offers free, independent, and confidential advice in your language.

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You can contact our Money Talks Plus team on 0141 881 2032 or email us at bureau@eastrenfrewshirecab.casonline.org.uk if you are having problems with your council tax payments.