This page will provide constituents with advice on getting through the cost of living crisis and keep you up to date on my actions to ensure the UK Government provide adequate support.
Resources & Support
Financial Support:
£400 non-repayable energy grant to all households spread over 6 months.
£650 one off payment to those on means tested benefits.
£300 top up to the Winter Fuel Payment for pensioners.
£150 one off disability cost of living payment.
Other Support:
Hardship Funds: EDF Energy Customer Support Fund / E.on Next Energy Fund / Ovo Energy Fund / Octo Assist Fund / Scottish Power Hardship Fund.
Glasgow North West Foodbank
Drumchapel Citizens Advice Bureau
Glasgow City Council (Glasgow Helps)
Community spaces open longer to allow people to make use of facilities
Scottish Government Advice Page
Standing up for Glasgow North West in Parliament
Other Actions
Letter to the Prime Minister demanding further support – Government Response Here
Press Release responding to PM’s resignation
Press Release welcoming Asda support for the vulnerable
Press Release challenging UK Government in Parliament to uprate benefits
Press Release calling for the previous Chancellor to scrap tax cuts for the rich