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• Fostering

  Information for carers and children in private and local authority foster arrangements including rights and available allowances for carers

• Letter to make a claim for equal liability from a credit provider

  Letter to credit provider claiming equal liability for goods or services bought on credit.

• Check how Universal Credit is changing in 2026

  The amount of Universal Credit you can get will change in April 2026. Check what is changing because of the Universal Credit Bill and other benefit changes.

• Borrowing money

  Overview and content list for borrowing money. Read our advice including types of borrowing, getting the best deal and some tips for lending money

• Children who are looked after by the local authority

  A definition of children in need and information on the services which local authorities must provide

• Loans

  Overview and content list for loans. Read information about loans, including payday loans and information about credit brokers.

• If you're sick or disabled

  Information about Universal Credit if you're sick or disabled. Get help and advice about getting UC, filling in the form and going to your assessment.

• Vehicle insurance if the accident wasn't your fault

  What to do if the accident wasn’t your fault and what you need to think about before your vehicle is repaired

• Getting a water supply

  Applying for a new water supply from Scottish Water or from a private source

• Help with debt and rent arrears on Universal Credit

  You might be able to get financial help if you're on Universal Credit and are in debt, have rent arrears or are struggling with money.