Covid-19 continues to have an impact on every household across Scotland with tighter restrictions in place in an effort to halt the spread of the virus, additional financial pressures are being felt by thousands, especially those placed on furlough, put on unpaid leave, on a reduced salary or made redundant.
It is important for everyone to understand what financial resources are available to them - and to apply for support as soon as possible.
Many people mistakenly believe their only option is to apply for Universal Credit, a benefit delivered by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), designed to provide support for those on a low income or out of work. Universal Credit is an umbrella term for the payment that is replacing six legacy.
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