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Glasgow residents 'terrified' of rising energy prices as household bills soar

Energy prices have now risen after Ofgem put the price cap up by 54 per cent and experts warn that over a million homes in the UK are facing fuel poverty. Glasgow residents have said they are 'terrified' of the price hike.

Glasgow Live

Urgent energy bills advice issued by Advice Direct Scotland amid soaring charges

Non-profit organisation Advice Direct Scotland has issued urgent advice to people who are worried about whether they will be able to afford their energy bills amid the price cap rise

Edinburgh Live

Martin Lewis' Money Saving Expert says over 10 million scams have been reported in last 2 years

Money Saving Expert has said that since April 2020 - almost two years ago - over 10 million scams have been reported and what to do if you think you've fallen victim to a scam.

Glasgow Live

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More than 125,000 rural Scottish households not protected by energy price cap see oil costs soar this month

Financial support is available for those heating their home with oil.

Daily Record

Experts warn of 'astronomical' bill hikes for heating oil in thousands of Scottish homes

Experts are warning that Scotland is heading into an energy crisis with the prices of gas and electric rising to record highs - heating oil is also on the rise which will impact thousands of homes

Glasgow Live

Scottish P&O workers and customers issued advice following 'callous' redundancy announcement

Advice Direct Scotland has today (March 18) released resources in order to make Scottish employees and travellers aware of their rights following the announcement that 800 people would be made redundant immediately.

Glasgow Live

Scotland seeing 'huge' four day working week success according to experts

A Glasgow mum has said the 'new way of working' has allowed her to have more time with her daughter after research from Advice Direct Scotland found a four day working week to be a success

Glasgow Live

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Six scams Scots should be aware of when donating amid the Ukraine conflict

Advice Direct Scotland has listed the types of scams expected to hit kindhearted Scots seeking to support Ukrainians affected by the Russian invasion.

Daily Record

Four-day week report finds falling absences and rising productivity

Advice Direct Scotland's analysis of its own trial finds that the rate of workers leaving the organisation dropped by around a third

Insider UK

Four-day work week results in less absences and greater productivity, charity finds

Advice Direct Scotland also saw the turnover in staff decrease, while the people applying for roles were of a higher-standard than previously.

Daily Record

Warning issued of scams 'exploiting' war in Ukraine taking advance of people's kindness

A potential new scam could break out with scammers 'exploiting' the Ukraine crisis. Thousands of people have offered money and donations to those affected and Scots are being warned to be cautious.

Glasgow Live

Warning over Ukraine charity scams issued - what to watch out for and how to protect your money

Scams preying on people trying to help the people of Ukraine have emerged.

Daily Record

Census 2022: Scottish households issued urgent warning as scammers target bank accounts

Many people are currently filling out the Census 2022 which was postponed due to the pandemic - however, Scots have been issued an urgent warning asking them to stay vigilant amid scams circulating.

Glasgow Live

New £4 million Scotland energy bills support fund available to help with heating costs

People in Scotland who are struggling to afford their energy bills amid soaring prices have been urged to apply for a newly opened fund from the Scottish Government

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Urgent Scotland Census 2022 scam warning issued with fraudsters targeting finances

Scots have been issued an urgent warning about scams ahead of the 2022 Census, with Advice Direct Scotland urging people to not give out personal or financial information

Daily Record

Warning issued over likely rise in dodgy doorstep energy sellers ahead of price hike next month

Scots are also being warned not to get caught out by Census scammers.

Glasgow Live

'Romance fraud' rife in the run-up to Valentine's Day - how to spot Glasgow's Tinder Swindlers

True crime fans couldn't get enough of the Netflix show that saw women seduced and manipulated by a clever conman - and Advice Direct Scotland say similar frauds are on the rise.

Daily Record

Romance fraud is rife in the run-up to Valentine's Day, charity warns

Advice Direct Scotland says Netflix crime documentary The Tinder Swindler should be a warning, adding: "If you believe you have been the target of a romance scam, you should contact your bank."

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Daily Record

Valentine’s Day romance scam warning issued to everyone looking for love online this weekend

New ROMCOM campaign offers five ways to avoid a broken heart and an empty bank account.

The Independent UK

Campaign warns of ‘love bombing’ and other techniques used by romance scammers

Advice Direct Scotland says fraudsters often target isolate and vulnerable people.

Insider UK

Seven in 10 Scots worried about affording energy bills

Among those rationing their energy, 29% said they often feel cold in their own home as a result and 57% said they sometimes do

The Independent UK

Seven in ten Scots worried about affording energy bills, poll finds

The Survation poll for Advice Direct Scotland also found that almost two-thirds of people in Scotland said they have already limited their energy use.

Daily Record

Scots already rationing their energy use and going cold as price hikes loom, poll finds

A new poll for Advice Direct Scotland shows the hardship endured by Scots even before the price rises kick in.

Glasgow Live

Scottish homeowners and landlords issued message amid fire and smoke alarm law change

Advice Direct Scotland have now given out advice to Scottish homeowners and landlords amid a new smoke and fire alarm change that is set to come into force next week.

Daily Record

New £3m support fund launched to help people struggling with energy bills

Individuals can apply for help through the Home Heating Support Fund.

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