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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 |
|---|---|
| RL Glasspool Charity Trust | Make one-off grants to people on low incomes and in difficult circumstances |
| RLS-UK | RLS-UK is dedicated to helping people who suffer with Restless Leg Syndrome |
| RNIB | Aims: To support independent living To create an inclusive society To stop people losing their sight unnecessarily. services provided: Information and advice Help visually impaired children and young people get a good start in life by running a range o… |
| RNIB Scotland | Aims: To provide a wide range of national services to blind and partially sighted people. Services provided: Welfare rights service Haggeye, the forum for blind and partially sighted young people RNIB Connect Radio Employment and student support networ… |
| Roar – Connections For Life | Services provided: We provide a network of clubs, projects and activities for older adults which gives them the opportunity to meet, socialise and laugh whilst investing in the physical and mental wellbeing. We have volunteering opportunities to assis… |
| Rock Trust (The) | The Rock Trust aims to prevent youth homelessness and support young people to build better futures |
| Ross and Cromarty Citizens Advice Bureau | Provide a citizens advice service to people living in Ross & Cromarty |
| Roxburgh & Berwickshire Citizens Advice Bureau | Provide free, confidential and impartial advice |
| Royal British Legion Scotland | Concerned with the needs of ex-servicemen and women |
| Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT) Scotland | Professional body representing speech and language therapists in Scotland |
