Bute Advice Centre

02/06/2026

02/06/2026

Could you be one of our new Trustees?

We are currently recruiting Charity Trustees to join us on the Bute Advice Centre Board.

Bute Advice Centre provides impartial and confidential advice, primarily focused on Welfare Rights, with the aim of fighting poverty and social exclusion across the area.

We are looking for individuals, who live on Bute, who have the enthusiasm and commitment to provide governance and management support to the charity and the specialist welfare rights team.

We are looking for both Trustees and an Office Bearer, namely a Treasurer, to support the work of our charity. Trustees normally meet 8 times during the calendar year for approximately 2 hours per meeting.

You do not require Board or Trustee experience as you will be supported by our current Trustees.. We currently draw upon a wide range of skills and knowledge and we would be interested to hear what you could positively bring to the Board.

How to apply:

If you are interested and would like to know more, please message our Team directly.
We can arrange for you to speak to a Trustee if you would like an informal conversation before applying.

Looking forward to hearing from you.

28/05/2026

💙 It was lovely to spend time yesterday at ARC Addictions Recovery Cafe and catch up with our colleagues.

Thank you to everyone who came along for a chat with our Welfare Rights Advisers. We really enjoyed meeting people in such a friendly and welcoming environment.

It’s always good to connect with the local community and offer support where we can.

26/05/2026

☕ Come along for a friendly chat tomorrow, Wednesday 27 May, with our Welfare Rights Advisers at ARC Addictions Recovery Cafe.

If you are worried about money, benefits, housing, or just need some guidance, feel free to stop by and speak with us.

There is no pressure – just friendly support and information in a safe space.

💬 Confidential advice
☕ Welcoming atmosphere
🤝 No appointment needed

Pop in and say hello.

22/05/2026

☀️ Spring Bank Holiday Closure ☀️

Bute Advice Centre will be closed on Monday 25 May 2026 for the Spring Bank Holiday.

We will reopen on Tuesday 26 May 2026 at 10.00, when our normal services will resume.

Wishing everyone a lovely Spring Bank Holiday! 🌿💛

21/05/2026

If you're due a payment on Monday 25 May, you will usually receive it by the end of Friday 22 May because of the bank holiday.

Best Start Foods payments are not affected.

All other payment dates will stay the same. More at: bit.ly/BankHolidayPaymentDates

14/05/2026

📢 You may be entitled to more financial support than you realise

Many people think Universal Credit is only for people who are unemployed — but that is not always the case.

You may still be able to claim if you:
🔹 work on a low income
🔹 have children
🔹 pay rent
🔹 have a health condition
🔹 care for someone

🏡 You could also get extra help with housing and childcare costs.

Since April 2026, Universal Credit payments have increased, and some households may now receive more support.

In Scotland, you can also choose to receive payments twice a month to help with budgeting.

Many people put off asking for advice because they assume they will not be eligible — but it is always worth checking.

📞 If you are unsure what help you could get, contact Bute Advice Centre — we can help you check what support may be available to you.

07/05/2026

We often speak to people who feel worried about money, bills, or benefits – and many wish they had asked for help sooner.

It’s okay to ask for support.

Everything you tell us is confidential, and we are here to help without judgement.

You don’t need to wait until things become urgent.

We can help you understand your options and what support you may be entitled to.

📞 Get in touch with Bute Advice Centre – we’re here to support you.