The cost of living is rising and many people are looking for ways to save as much money as they can.
Due to the increase in bills, many are now set to be offered some money from the Scottish Government in a bid to help ease any financial strain.
According to Glasgow City Council, the government has announced that a 'Cost of Living Award' of £150 will shortly be available to Scots with their entitlement linked to a their Council Tax helping almost two million households.
But what is it all about and how can each home in Glasgow claim this money?
Here's everything you need to know...
How do I claim the Cost of Living Award if I live in Glasgow?
In order to receive this Award, a person must either:
- Live in a property in any Council Tax valuation band, be liable for Council Tax and be in receipt of Council Tax Reduction (CTR) on 14 February 2022
- Live in a property in Council Tax Band A-D and be liable for Council Tax on 14 February 2022
- Be exempt from Council Tax on 14 February 2022 because either:
- all of the occupants of the property are under 18
- all of the occupants of the property are care leavers
- all of the occupants of the property are severely mentally impaired
- the property is unoccupied due to the resident having gone to someone else's home to provide care or the resident is receiving care elsewhere
How does the Cost of Living Award work and how do I apply?
You do not need to apply for this award as entitlement to the award will be assessed using the information currently held for Council Tax.
Customers in receipt of Council Tax Reduction or in property bands A-D will have the £150 payment deducted from their initial 2022/23 Council Tax payments so payment date with vary from person to person.
Customers entitled to exemption will receive a cheque for £150.
Does the £150 have to be paid back?
No. Glasgow City Council have stated that "this payment does not have to be paid back."
Does each person in a property receive the Award?
No - only one Award will be made per property.
How can I tell what tax band I'm in if I live in Scotland?
You can find out what tax band you're in by checking here.
