The Latest Breaking News from Advice Direct Scotland

Scots urged to check if they need to pay tax ahead of major deadline

People in Scotland have been urged to check now if they need to pay any tax for the 2025-26 year, ahead of a key deadline at the end of the month

The National (Scotland) · Jul 13

Patients as young as 15 have reported botched cosmetic procedures, MSPs told

Advice Direct Scotland has backed the Non-surgical Procedures and Functions of Medical Reviewers (Scotland) Bill.

Evening Standard · Dec 8, 2025

Scots urged not to miss out on energy bill discount this winter

SCOTS have been urged not to miss out on a £150 discount that can make a “real difference” in paying their winter energy bills ...

The National (Scotland) · Sep 8, 2025

Scots warned of ‘scamdemic’ as £860,000 lost to cyber criminals in 12 months

Advice Direct Scotland has urged the public to remain vigilant as scammers use more sophisticated methods.

Evening Standard · Jun 4, 2025

Almost half of Scots worried about energy bills as price cap rises, poll shows

ALMOST half of Scots are worried about being able to afford their energy bills over the coming year, according to a new survey ...

The National (Scotland) · Mar 31, 2025

Almost half of Scots worried about energy bills as price cap rises, poll finds

The poll found that 46% of people are concerned about their ability to pay for gas or electricity.

Evening Standard · Mar 30, 2025

Council tax in Scotland to reach record high with 15% rise in some areas

Levies on tourists and cruise ships considered by some local authorities in attempt to plug funding gaps

The Guardian - UK · Mar 6, 2025

Scots urged not to miss out on £300 winter heating help – how to apply

PEOPLE across Scotland have been urged not to miss out on up to £300 to help with their energy bills ahead of a key deadline...

The National (Scotland) · Dec 12, 2024

Scots issued urgent warning over fake Universal Credit app and phishing texts

Scots have been warned over a fake Universal Credit app targeting people's personal information.

The National (Scotland) · Oct 2, 2024

Scottish households urged to submit meter readings as energy price cap rises

SCOTTISH households have been urged to submit meter readings to their energy supplier before the new Ofgem price cap comes into force next week ...

The National (Scotland) · Sep 25, 2024