Money Matters Advice Service
Emergency support
If you are facing a crisis or are struggling to manage your money, please contact us as soon as possible using the contact details shown on this page.
You may be eligible to apply for a Crisis grant from our Scottish Welfare Fund or a Budgeting loan. You may also qualify for financial support for Universal Credit.
We will discuss your options and make sure you are getting all the help you need. We can also provide advice on debt, food banks and emergency energy vouchers.
If you need emergency credit on a pre-payment meter, you should contact your energy supplier directly. Please see our Energy arrears pages for further information on this.
Our Money is not the only problem online resource also provides information on the range of support available regarding finances and wellbeing.
Money Matters Advice Service
Phoneline opening times: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 9am-4pm, Wed 11am-4pm
Phone: 0300 029 0041