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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 |
|---|---|
| Medical Detection Dogs | Train specialist dogs to detect the odour of human disease. |
| Men’s Advice Line | A confidential helpline for all men experiencing domestic violence by a current or ex-partner |
| Meniere’s Society | Aims: We’re here to help people with inner ear (vestibular) disorders. We provide essential support and information to enable people to cope positively and get the right diagnosis. We are a voice for sufferers within the medical community and raise awa… |
| Meningitis Now | Aims: To ensure that every community is aware of the signs and symptoms of meningitis and that anyone affected has access to support following their experience. Services provided Helpline available Monday- Thursday 9-5p.m and Friday 9-1pm. 0808 801 03… |
| Meningitis Research Foundation (Scotland) | Funds research into meningitis and septicaemia |
| Mental Health Foundation | Leading mental health research organisation in the UK |
| Mental Health Network (Greater Glasgow) | A service-user led charity which acts as a collective advocacy voice for people with a lived experience of mental-ill health and their carers in the Greater Glasgow area |
| Michael Palin Centre for Stammering Children | Practical help for stammering children |
| Midlothian Council (Welfare Rights Team) | Offers assistance re welfare rights / benefts to Social Work clients and residents of Midlothian who are over 60 |
| Midlothian Council Services | Useful contact numbers for Midlothian Council Services |
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