Help with energy bills
Scottish Welfare Fund
The Scottish Welfare Fund provides crisis grants for living expenses in the event of an emergency or disaster, and community care grants to enable and support independent living. Applications can be made for essential items such as furniture, household equipment, travel costs, removal expenses, storage charges, and connection charges for gas and electricity. To apply for a grant, you need to be
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aged 16 years or over
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On a low income or receiving benefits (Universal Credit, Income Support, Job Seekers Allowance or Pension Credit)
For more information contact
0131 529 5299
Home Energy Scotland (HES)
HES can check your eligibility for special discounts from energy suppliers and help you with a benefits and tax credit check so you’re not missing out on additional income. In some cases, they can also help you access funding to improve your home’s energy efficiency so you can stay warm without breaking the bank. For more information visit the HES website or to talk to an advisor in confidence contact
08088 082 282
Fuel Bank Foundation
Helping homes in fuel crisis. Fuel Bank can offer advice for people struggling to pay their energy bills or top up their prepaid meter. For more information visit the Fuel Bank Foundation website.