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Quick links to useful information:Frequently Asked Questions
Through our helpline we receive enquiries spanning a wide range of different topics. Here is a selection of those most asked:
Can I get a reduction of Vehicle Excise Duty?
If you are disabled you may be entitled to a reduction or exemption of vehicle tax. The vehicle must be registered in your name or a specific driver’s name and must only be used for your personal needs.
You can apply for exemption if you get the:
- higher rate mobility component of Disability Living Allowance (DLA)
- Enhanced rate mobility component of Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
- enhanced rate mobility component of Adult Disability Payment – mygov.scot
- War Pensioner’s Mobility Supplement
- Armed Forces Independence Payment
You can get a 50% reduction in vehicle tax if you get the Personal Independence Payment or Adult Disability Payment standard rate mobility component Adult Disability Payment – mygov.scot
You can find out more here Vehicles exempt from vehicle tax – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
What help is there with energy costs?
Energy costs used to be a worry in winter but now bills can be a challenge all year round.
The good news is there are different grants and schemes available to help people improve the heating in their homes and keep heating costs down.
Home Energy Scotland is a free energy advice service funded by the Scottish Government to help people save money and keep their homes warmer. They offer simple energy saving tips, and know about funding schemes and how to access them.
Their website Home Energy Scotland offers help with finding funding, reducing your bills, making your home warmer and living a greener life. You can call them on 0808 808 2282
Quick links to useful information:Search for Local Organisations
Our quick search tool can connect you to over 3000 service providers, suppliers and organisations supporting people across Scotland. To find support near you, simply enter your search term and select your local authority.
| Organisation | Description |
|---|---|
| Alcoholics Anonymous | Aims: To assist people to stay sober and to help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety. Local groups: There is a network of local groups located throughout the United Kingdom. www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk On the website you will find the option to pu… |
| Alcoholics Anonymous (Scotland) | Helps people to cope with and overcome their addiction to alcohol |
| ALISS | ALISS is a national digital programme enabling people and professionals to find and share information on resources, services, groups, and support in their local communities and online. ALISS can help you find information about resources like: services… |
| Allergy UK | National charity for Allergies and Intolerances |
| Alopecia UK | Services provided: Provides information, advice and support for people with all types of hair loss. Support groups, events, and social media groups provide the opportunity for people to share their experiences of alopecia. The website contains links to… |
| Alzheimer Scotland | Aims: To be the national voice of people in Scotland with dementia and their carers To improve public policies for people with dementia and their carers To provide and secure the provision of high quality services, both for people with dementia and the… |
| Alzheimer’s Society | Support and research charity for people with dementia, their families and carers in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. |
| AMIS (Abused Men in Scotland) | services provided: AMIS works with any man over 16 concerned about domestic abuse, regardless of sexuality, age, dis/ability or ethnic origin. Provide an opportunity to talk things through with someone who understands many of the difficulties men on th… |
| Amn Easier | Provides information and support to men and women with Adrenomyeloneuropathy (AMN) |
| Anaphylaxis Campaign | Support group for people at risk from Anaphylaxis |
