Money Issues
Listed below are some organisations / support groups that provide information and advice about money issues.
Although the information was originally collected for use within the Linlithgow community we hope the list could be useful to others.
The Help Centre website is a joint initiative by St Michaels’ Parish Church https://stmichaelsparish.org.uk and The New Well https://thenewwell.org/
Age Scotland
Age Scotland Provide older people, their families and carers with information and advice services on a range of topics from money matters and benefits entitlements, to social care, housing, energy and legal issues. Tackle loneliness through their dedicated friendship programmes for when you just need a chat. It’s free to call and available Monday-Friday, 9-5pm.
Last updated: June 3, 2026
Caledonian Credit Union
Caledonian Credit Union The Credit Union offers financial services in the form of savings accounts for adults and juniors, affordable loans, free bereavement benefit on savings and loans, and prepaid debit cards. Geographicaly it covers most of East, Central and Southern Scotland including the Scottish Borders. Anyone who lives or works in these areas or […]
Last updated: March 11, 2026
Christians Against Poverty (CAP)
Christians Against Poverty (CAP) A Christian charity that provides free professional debt help through local churches across the UK. Helping people to get out of debt, find a job, manage money or gain vital life skills.
Last updated: September 12, 2025
Citizens Advice Scotland’s Money Map
Citizens Advice Scotland’s Money Map Sources of online support for immediate and essential money problems (Benefits and tax credits, Council Tax, Housing costs, Energy costs), making the most of your money (Utilities and switching, budgeting, banking, general savings tips, tax code and wages)
Last updated: April 22, 2026
Cost of living support Scotland
Cost of living support Scotland Signposts to who you need to contact if you need urgent help with money, food or fuel.
Last updated: June 3, 2026
Council Tax
Council Tax UK government website that provides information on working out: your Council Tax, who has to pay, discounts for full-time students, discounts for disabled people, second homes and empty properties, paying your bill.
Last updated: April 22, 2026
Debt Advice Foundation
Debt Advice Foundation A registered national debt advice and education charity offering free, confidential support and advice to anyone worried about loans, credit and debt.
Last updated: December 3, 2025
Get Safe Online
Get Safe Online Provides free, impartial safety advice on protecting yourself when online, including passwords, oversharing, cyberbullying and online gambling.
Last updated: April 22, 2026
Low Incomes Tax Reform Group (LITRG)
Low Incomes Tax Reform Group (LITRG) Provides help and information for people who are unable to pay for professional tax advice by providing free information about the tax system and working to make the system more equitable and accessible for people’s needs.
Last updated: August 27, 2025
Money and Mental Health Policy Institute
Money and Mental Health Policy Institute Lists organisations that can offer support for money and mental health problems in the UK.
Last updated: April 10, 2026
Money Helper
Money Helper Provides free, impartial help for all your money and pension choices.
Last updated: September 3, 2025
National Cyber Security Centre NCSC
National Cyber Security Centre NCSC Provides advice to protect you and your family, and the technology you rely on to stay safe online when banking, shopping, streaming and social media. Including advice on common cyber issues such as dealing with suspicious emails, to being hacked, having your username and password stolen.
Last updated: November 26, 2025