Tuesday January 7th 2025
Written by Midlothian View Reporter, Luke Jackson
Midlothian Council has launched a new appeal to get in touch if you are struggling financially.
The council’s revenues team is holding drop-in sessions throughout January to help people who may be eligible for Scottish Welfare Fund grants, Council Tax discounts, Discretionary Housing payments and Housing Benefit.
Come along to:
The rent arrears team will also be on hand at the four library drop-ins. They can review your council rent balance and set up an affordable repayment plan.
The team will check to see if you are eligible for payments such as housing benefit and Universal Credit and they can put you in touch with people who can give you debt advice and how to clear it.
Council Leader Councillor Kelly Parry said: “January is often a time when people who have already been struggling with money are tipped over into debt because of added pressures like the cost of Christmas.
“We want people to start the New Year off knowing we’re here to help. Come along to one of the drop-in sessions or give us a call to get a plan in place if you can’t afford rent or Council Tax and to make sure you’re getting all the financial help to which you are entitled.”
