Get the latest money news from the Daily Record with our weekly newsletter If you are struggling financially due to an unexpected change in your circumstances and not currently claiming benefits, you may be eligible for support from your local council.
A Crisis Grant is a one-off payment and can't be given to support your income long-term. If you need help because you are on a low income, the quickest and easiest way to find out what financial support you may be able to claim is to use a benefits calculator.
These are independent, free and confidential and only take a few minutes to complete online. You can find out more about ones from Turn2Us, Advice Direct Scotland, entitledto and Policy in Practice, here.
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