Linda Howard

More than 80,000 people will receive the Carer Support Allowance in addition to their benefit payment.

Social Security Scotland payment dates may also change for some people over the festive fortnight.

More than one million people are receiving between £28.70 and £184.30 each week through PIP or Adult Disability Payment for musculoskeletal conditions.

Delaying your Christmas lights switch on until later in December could save money over the festive season.

More than 80,000 people in Scotland will receive the Carer Support Allowance payment in December.

People urged to check for Universal Credit, Attendance Allowance, Carer’s Allowance and Council Tax discounts

Carers urged to check for financial help through three benefits only available in Scotland.

Over 12 benefits and discounts only available for people over State Pension age.

Ten ways to stay warm and still keep energy bills down over the colder months

An estimated three million people will use savings this winter to stay on top of energy bills.

Energy bills are set to increase slightly from January 1 for those on the standard tariff.