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Free, confidential independent advice - money, benefits, employment, immigration, housing, family, health & community care issues Tel 01698 283477 for more info

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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 12h
Great to be out in the community! 💙 Look out for our team at the Community Support Event next week 👇 🗓 Mon 5th October 🕙 10am-12pm 📍 Hillhouse Ministry Centre Find out how we can support you with free, confidential, and independent advice 🫶 #AdviceOpensDoors #Hamilton #CommunitySupport
Community Support Event. Come see Hamilton Citizens Advice for independent confidential advice. Mon 5th Oct 10am-12pm, Hillhouse Ministry Centre.
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Our school outreach is growing. We now host advice sessions in two schools. 🏫 Calderside Academy 🏫 Holy Cross High School Two schools. One aim: making advice easier for families to access, before a problem has the chance to become a crisis. #Hamilton #AdviceOpensDoors #Community
Graphic highlighting the growth of Hamilton Citizens Advice Bureau’s school outreach. It features illustrations of two school buildings with the message: “Our school outreach is growing. Two schools. One aim. Making advice easier for families to access.”
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
📣 We’re bringing advice to Holy Cross High School! From 6 October, we will hold a monthly advice session 10am-1pm, for parents & carers, offering free, confidential advice on: 💛 Benefits & grants 💷 Money & debt 🏠 Housing ⚖️ Employment rights ⚡ Energy ✨Contact Pupil Support to book. #Hamilton
Graphic announcing new Hamilton Citizens Advice Bureau advice sessions at Holy Cross High School. The first session is Tuesday 6 October, 10am–1pm, followed by sessions on the first Tuesday of each month. Parents and carers should contact Pupil Support to make an appointment. Free advice is available on benefits and grants, money and debt, housing issues, employment rights and energy issues.
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
🔥 Would you recognise the warning signs of an unsafe gas appliance? This #GasSafetyWeek, knowing the warning signs, from unusual flames or staining around an appliance to increased condensation- can help keep you and your household safe 🫶 #GasSafetyWeek #CarbonMonoxide #AdviceOpensDoors
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
⚠️ Been told you’re no longer liable for your Council Tax? We’re aware that there are some companies claiming they can take over a person’s Council Tax obligations and that the individual is then ‘released from liability.’ This is misinformation. Please share to help us warn others locally 💪
Graphic warning about Council Tax payments. Large text asks: “Thinking of stopping your Council Tax payments?” It asks whether you have been told by a private company that you no longer need to pay Council Tax or have been released from liability. The graphic advises: “Don’t take that claim at face value” and “Get independent advice before stopping payments.”
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
⚡ Something not look right with your energy bill? 🧾 Unexpectedly large bill? 💷 Charges you don't understand? ⚡ Prepayment meter problems? 🤔 Think you're paying too much? Our energy advisers can help with free, confidential and impartial advice. #EnergyDebtAdvice #EnergyBills #AdviceOpensDoors
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
💡 Energy debt isn't always something you can just budget your way out of. We've put together a practical guide explaining some of the help that's out there and where to start if you're struggling 👇 🔗 www.hamiltoncab-blog.org/post/support... #EnergyDebtAdvice #AdviceOpensDoors #CommunitySupport
Citizens Advice Scotland energy debt graphic showing a worried woman looking at an energy bill. Text reads: “Worried about energy debt? You’re not alone. Get in touch today and see how we can help.”
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
💡 Energy bills don't stop being a worry in the warmer months. If your bills are starting to mount up, get in touch. ☎️ 01698 283477 🌐 bit.ly/49jV171 We can help you understand your bills, deal with energy debt and look at other financial support that may be available. #EnergyBills #AdviceOpensDoors
Citizens Advice Scotland Energy Debt Advice graphic reading “Energy bills piling up?” with a list of support available, including help with energy debt, understanding energy bills and other financial support. Features an illustration of a person looking worried beside household energy appliances.
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
🎥 Money Tips in 60 Seconds! To round off our Youth Focus Week, our 18-year-old volunteer Orla interviewed Carol, one of our long-standing volunteer advisers, to get her top money tips for young people. 💙 Great work from both of our volunteers! 👏 #AdviceOpensDoors #MoneyAdvice #YoungPeople
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
This #InternationalYouthDay we're highlighting young people's experiences of Universal Credit. New @povertyalliance.org research🔗 bit.ly/4g5DlOJ shows the barriers young adults can face navigating universal credit. Need help with a claim, entitlement or decision? We can help 🫶 #AdviceOpensDoors
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
💭 Think Citizens Advice isn't for you? Many young people are surprised to discover what we can help with. If you're 16+, we can support with ⚖️ Employment rights 💸 Money & benefits 🏠Housing & renting 💡Energy & household bills Advice is free, independent & confidential. #AdviceOpensDoors
Graphic with the headline "Think Citizens Advice isn't for you?" over a blurred background photo of young people using a tablet together. On the left, a panel titled "You might think..." lists common misconceptions: that Citizens Advice is mainly for older people, you have to pay for advice, and they only help people in crisis. On the right, a panel titled "Here's the reality" explains that advice is free and confidential, Hamilton Citizens Advice Bureau helps people aged 16+, and can support with starting work, money and benefits, housing and renting, employment rights, and energy and bills. The Citizens Advice Bureau logo appears in the top right corner.
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 06/08/2026
📍 Where should people be able to access advice? So far, 45% of respondents would like advice in GP surgeries, 35% in libraries and 32.5% in community centres. Do you agree, or would you choose somewhere else? Help shape our advice service by completing our survey 🔗 bit.ly/4e0lqKa #HaveYourSay
Graphic of text that says "Where local people have told told us they'd like to access advice. GP Surgeries 45%, Libraries 35%, Community Centres 32.5%, Schools 22.5% Foodbanks 17.5%"
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
People support People 💪 Behind every successful outcome is a person who cares. Karen our Session Supervisor, perfectly captures why advice matters. Helping someone leave feeling relieved, confident and better resourced, is what makes every day worthwhile. #AdviceOpensDoors #CommunitySupport
A testimonial graphic featuring Karen Campbell, Session Supervisor at Hamilton Citizens Advice Bureau. Karen is pictured smiling in her office. Alongside her photo is a quote explaining that the most rewarding part of her role is helping people of all ages facing a wide range of issues, seeing them leave feeling relieved and empowered, and knowing she has made a positive impact on someone's life.
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
When Tom came to us, he had experienced homelessness, had no income and no way to access essential services. Together, we helped rebuild the foundations he needed to move forward. Sometimes advice isn't just about solving problems. It's about rebuilding lives 💛Advice Opens Doors #AdviceOpensDoors
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
As #SocialMediaGivingDay comes to a close, we're inviting more local people, businesses and organisations to help strengthen access to free, independent advice. Every act of support makes a difference. Contact us 👇 📧enquiries@hamiltoncab.casonline.org.uk ☎️ 01698 286400 💛#AdviceOpensDoors
Graphic of ‎text that says "‎SUPPORT LOOKS DIFFERENT FOR EVERYONE. YOU CAN HELP BY...  becoming a regular supporter, leaving a gift in your will, hosting a fundraising event, volunteering your time and skills, exploring a corporate partnership, champion our work in your community, telling someone about our services, sharing our work חס social media‎"‎
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Our Impact in 2025/26 ⬇️ 🔷 £1.5m+ secured for local people 🔶 3,894 people helped 🔹 12,630 contacts Every number represents a life changed and someone who found support when they needed it most 🫶 This is the impact our community helps make possible. 💛 #AdviceOpensDoors #SocialMediaGivingDay
Graphic of text that says "OUR IMPACT 2025/26. 3894 PEOPLE SUPPORTED, over 12,630 CONTACTS with £1.5 MILLION CLIENT FINANCIAL GAINS"
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Did you know Hamilton CAB is a charity? 💙 Every year we provide free, independent advice to thousands of local people. We'd love to hear from anyone interested in supporting our work 🌳 📧 enquiries@hamiltoncab.casonline.org.uk ☎️ 01698 286400 #AdviceOpensDoors #HamiltonCAB #SocialMediaGivingDay
Graphic of a seedling and a tree with text that says " STILL GROWING"
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Today is #SocialMediaGivingDay. For over 50 years, we've supported local people thanks to our funders, partners, volunteers & community. Today we're celebrating everyone who makes free advice possible and inviting more people, businesses and organisations to be part of our future #AdviceOpensDoors
Graphic of text that says ‘Together we're making free advice possible Volunteers, Community, Businesses ,Funders, Supporters and Partners"
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Giving older people a voice 📢 Protecting independence 💪 This quote from our Older Persons Community Adviser, Linda Smith, captures exactly why the Independent Age Older People's Project matters 👇 💙 Advice changes lives. #SocialImpact #CommunitySupport #OlderPeople
Picture of Linda Smith Outreach Community Adviser (Older People's Project). With text ‘The Older People's Project is at last giving a voice to people who cannot easily access services themselves, helping them to secure the support and entitlements that will allow them to remain independent, with dignity, for longer.’
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
📊Our impact through the Independent Age Older People's Project 2025/26: 👥175 people supported 📍9 outreach locations 📋424 issues addressed 💷£324k financial gains 📈66% of advice focused on income maximisation We're proud to help older people understand their rights 🫶 #OlderPeople #SocialImpact
Infographic with text saying Independent Age Older Peoples Project. Our Impact in Hamilton 25/26. Advice provided over 9 outreach locations. 175 people advised of which 109 were new to the service. Advice provided across 424 unique issues. 66% of issues addressed were around income maximisation. 324k in financial gains for clients.
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Growing older should never mean facing financial worries alone 🫶 🎥 Hear from Morgan Vine @independentage.bsky.social our Older Persons Community Adviser Linda Smith, Chief Officer Jennifer Howdle and client Sheila about our bureau’s contribution to the Older People's Project. #CommunitySupport
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
🎉 We have reopened 🎉 After months of hard work following the flooding of our premises, we reopened our Almada Street doors yesterday. This would not have been possible without the support of South Lanarkshire Council, Select Blinds, our staff, volunteers, partners and funders 🧡🙏 #CommunitySupport
Our chief officer back at work on the computer in our Almada Street office.Two female members of our Business Operations team back to work on the computer at our Almada Street office.
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
As we prepare to reopen our Almada Street office, we'd like to thank Select Blinds for their incredible generosity. Their support significantly reduced the cost of our refurbishment, helping us direct more of our resources towards supporting local people. Thank you 🧡 #CommunitySupport
Our lovely blind fitter from Select Blinds Scotland installing blinds in our main office area.The finished blind installation in our main office area.Finished blinds installation in our meeting room.Blind installation in one of our client interview rooms
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
We need your help to secure future funding for our advice services 🫶 We're still gathering evidence about what local people need but so far we've only heard from 16 people. We know there are many more voices to hear 💪 Please take our survey 👇 🔗 bit.ly/4e0lqKa #HaveYourSay #SocialImpact
Graphic of text that says "WHAT WE'VE HEARD so FAR..... MORE FACE 2 FACE APPOINTMENTS, MORE ADVICE DROP-INS AT LIBRARIES AND COMMUNITY CENTRES, MORE HOME VISITS, OUR BIGGEST CHALLENGES ARE DEBT, THE COST OF LIVING AND BENEFITS, QUICKER QUICKERAPPOINTMENT APPOINTMENT AVAILABILITY MORE TELEPHONE APPOINTMENTS"
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
💙 To round off our #VolunteersWeek celebrations, we're sharing a message of appreciation from one of our fantastic volunteer trustees, Josh. Thank you to every volunteer who gives their time, skills and experience to support our community. We couldn't do it without you 🫶 🎥👇 #CABVolunteeringScot
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
☕💙 A wonderful afternoon celebrating our volunteers at our #VolunteersWeek tea party. From all of us, thank you for your dedication and kindness. We are incredibly grateful for the time, skills, and experience you bring to our bureau each day. 🫶 #ThankYouVolunteers #CABVolunteeringScot
Photo of volunteers' tea party with thank you for all you do banner and different cakes

Volunteers and staff at the Volunteers Week tea party enjoying the buffetVolunteers at the Volunteers Week tea party enjoying the buffetCakes, coffee, and sandwiches at the Volunteers Week party buffet.
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
💙 Volunteer Spotlight "I've had the opportunity to support the community as well as develop my own skills, working alongside a team who are always there to support you." Helen, Volunteer Adviser Thank you, Helen, for helping make a difference in our community. #VolunteersWeek #CABVolunteeringScot
Graphic featuring a testimonial from Helen, a Volunteer Generalist Adviser at Hamilton Citizens' Advice Bureau. The quote appears in a large turquoise speech bubble over a blurred background image of people. Helen describes volunteering as an incredibly rewarding experience, highlighting the positive impact even small interactions can have on people's lives. She explains that volunteering has allowed her to support the community, develop her skills, work alongside a knowledgeable and supportive team, and see first-hand the difference advice and guidance can make. The Citizens Advice Bureau logo appears in the top right corner.
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
💙 Our volunteers make an incredible impact. In 2025/26: 🙋‍♂️ 32 volunteers ⏰ 9,600 hours given 🤝 2,157 people supported 📋 7,009 advice issues addressed 💷 £91,707.81 secured in client financial gains Thank you to every volunteer for helping people when they need it most. #VolunteersWeek
Infographic titled "2025/26 Volunteer Impact" showing the contribution of volunteers at the Citizens Advice Bureau. During 2025/26, 32 volunteers contributed 9,600 hours of their time, equivalent to six full-time staff members. Volunteers supported 2,157 people across 7,009 unique advice issues and helped secure £91,707.81 in financial gains for clients. The infographic uses icons of raised hands, a clock, groups of people and stacks of coins to illustrate the impact of volunteering.
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
🚨 We still need to hear from more people in our community. Only a small number of people have shared their experiences with us & we know there are many more voices in our community that deserve to be heard. Please take our survey & shape our services 🔗 bit.ly/4e0lqKa #Community #HaveYourSay
Blue graphic with text that says "Your voice could help shape our future services We're collecting feedback from our community to improve our advice services, reduce barriers to access, and apply for funding that meets real local needs. We still need to hear from more people. Improve access. Reduce waiting times. Identify gaps in support. Apply for funding. Better support for our community. Take part in our community survey. Click the link in post"
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Could you get help with funeral costs? We’ve put together a quick guide to Funeral Support Payment.🧵Check out our thread. To apply visit 🔗 www.mygov.scot/funeral-supp... If you want more information and support 📞 01698 283477 🌐 bit.ly/49jV171 #CostOfLiving #FuneralSupportPayment
A women looking melancholy in a funeral setting. With text that says "Worried about funeral costs? Help may be available through a Funeral Support Payment"Group of people at a funeral in the background of the graphic. With text that says "What is Funeral Support Payment? Funeral Support Payment helps pay for funeral costs if you live in Scotland. You can use the payment towards funeral costs for a baby, child or adult. This includes babies who were stillborn."Text that says "You may be able to apply if: ·You live in Scotland, You or your partner is on certain benefits, You or your partner is responsible for the funeral costs, The person who died lived in the UK, The funeral is being held in the UK or in some circumstances in another country in , You're applying after the person has died, up to 6 months after the date of their funeral"Text that says "What benefits do I need to be on? Universal Credit or Income Support or Pension Credit or Housing Benefit or Income-based Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA), not contribution-based JSA or Income-related -related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA), not contribution-based ESA"
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Don't miss the deadline. Do you know about Funeral Support Payment? We’re seeing people miss out because they didn’t know about it until it was too late ⏰ Check eligibility early➡️ bit.ly/4wCHVLO #FuneralSupportPayment #CostOfLiving #Community #SocialSecurityScotland
'Grey graphic with text reading 'Don't Miss Out. If you're worried about funeral costs, find out about Funeral Support Payment. It helps pay for some of the funeral costs, is paid to you or the funeral director who's helping you plan. You have until 6 months after the date of the funeral to apply. Check your eligibility in the link in the post.’
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Things people don’t say out loud when debt affects their mental health. Mental health struggles can build quietly 💚 Sometimes it looks like: 📞 avoiding phone calls 📩 unopened letters 💭 constant stress 😞 pretending everything is okay #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek
Illustration of a worried person with text reading 'I'm scared to check my bank account.'Illustration of a bewildered person with text reading ‘ I haven't opened that letter.'Illustration of a stressed person with text reading 'I don't know how I'm paying this bill.'Illustration of a person with head in hand with text reading 'I'm exhausted pretending I'm ok.'
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Support, right where you are. We know that accessing advice isn’t always easy, especially when things already feel overwhelming. That's why we're starting a monthly drop-in at Calderside Academy for parents & carers of pupils attending the school. Access free, confidential advice 👇 #community
Hamilton Citizens Advice are hosting a new monthly advice drop in at Calderside Academy, for parents and carers of pupils attending the school. Starts Wed 6th May 10am-1pm. Just drop in.
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Got 4 minutes? 💬 We want to hear from you. Help us improve our advice services ✔ Faster access ✔ Better support ✔ Services that meet real needs Take the survey🔗 bit.ly/4e0lqKa Thank you so much for your time, it helps us to support our community❤️ #HaveYourSay #CommunityImpact
Different coloured emoticons on a blue background. Hamilton Citizens Advice is asking for feedback on its services.
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
⚖️💛 To conclude our #AccessToJustice focus: Alana was at risk of losing her home due to mortgage arrears after losing her job. Without support, she would have faced court alone. With support, she stayed in her home. That’s what access to justice looks like. #CommunityImpact #JusticeForAll

A client, Alana, is getting help from Hamilton Citizens' Advice with her mortgage arrears, credit card debt, and new caring responsibilities. The outcome is keeping her home and a more stable financial position.
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
We’ll be taking a short break over the Easter bank holiday weekend 🐣 📅 Closed: Friday 3rd April & Monday 6th April ⏰ Reopening: Tuesday 7th April at 9am We’ll be back and ready to help you as usual after the break. Wishing you all a safe and happy Easter! #Easter #OpeningHours #CommunitySupport
Were closed Fri 3rd and Mon 6th April for Easter and back open from 9am on Tues 7th April. Happy Easter!
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
Many of the people we support are facing eviction, debt, or disputes on the lowest possible incomes, often linked to health conditions and disability. Without a free and accessible advice service, they would have no access to legal help at all. Community advice matters 💬 💛 🏠 🤝 #AccessToJustice
What does access to justice look like in practice?Many of the people we support are facing eviction, debt, or disputes on the lowest possible incomes, often linked to health conditions and disability. Without a free and accessible advice service, they would have no access to legal help at allFor many, justice isn’t just complex, it’s out of reach.That’s why community-based advice and representation services are essential to making the system fair and accessible.
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
We’re incredibly grateful for this powerful support for our In-Court Service from Sheriff Ross Macfarlane KC. We’re helping people navigate the legal system every day, because #AccessToJustice should be for everyone, not just those who can afford it #JusticeForAll #LegalSupport #CommunityImpact
Quote from Sheriff Ross Macfarlane KC, about Hamilton Citizens Advice In-court service.  "I thoroughly recommend the services of citizens advice. They provide an invaluable service for people from all walks of life who find themselves confronted by the legal complexities of everyday life. I wholeheartedly support an application for extended funding so that Citizens Advice continue their excellent work in the courts.'
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
We know that money worries can affect more than just your bank balance, they affect your sleep, health and family life. This #DebtAwarenessWeek seeking help and boosting knowledge can be a game-changer. Check out our blogsite 🔗 bit.ly/4lCRuFs to see how you can start managing money worries 🤝
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
⚖️ #AccessToJustice shouldn’t depend on your income. Many people facing eviction, repossession or debt disputes have to navigate court alone. Our court representation service helps ensure people experiencing housing insecurity aren’t excluded from justice🦾 Read more 🔗 bit.ly/4uBjA8s #SocialJustice
A man is trying to balance the scales outside a court building. Portraying the fight against inequity in accessing legal justice.
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Just a reminder, if paying your Council Tax feels overwhelming right now, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Lots of people are in the same position. Getting advice early makes a real difference. 🌐 bit.ly/4jQCV09 📞 01698 283477 #CouncilTaxReduction #CostOfLiving #MoneyAdvice #EmpowerYourself
Hamilton Citizens Advice is here to help with your council tax issues. An older woman is getting help from a younger woman in an advice setting.
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Struggling with Council Tax debt? Acting early can help prevent further action. We can support you to: ✔ Understand what you owe ✔ Check if you qualify for reductions or discounts ✔ Take steps to avoid further action Contact us 👉https://bit.ly/4jQCV09 #CouncilTaxReduction #MoneyAdvice #CostOfLiving
Struggling with council tax debt?  Speak to us today to avoid further action being taken. Picture of a woman getting help from an adviser.  Contact www.hamiltoncab.cas.org.uk/get-advice or call 01698 283477
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Are you entitled to a Council Tax Reduction? 💷 Many people are, but don’t know it. Don’t miss out. Use the calculator to check your entitlement today ⬇️ bit.ly/45KkbcS Need help? We offer free, confidential support 👉https://bit.ly/4jQCV09 #CouncilTaxReduction #MoneyAdvice #CostOfLiving
Hamilton Citizens Advice Bureau prompting people to think about if they're entitled to a council tax reduction. Link to South Lanarkshire councils easy to use benefits calculator.
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
Want to use your skills for good? 🌍 We’re looking for Trustees to join our Board and help shape the future of a charity supporting people in need. Experience in law, fundraising, digital, governance, climate or the public/third sector welcome. Get involved 👉 bit.ly/4thjpOM #Trustee #SocialImpact
Hamilton CAB are recruiting for trustees for their board. They are interested in people from all backgrounds and those with experience of law, fundraising, digital marketing, governance and climate change.
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
You’re not alone if you’re struggling with Council Tax. Help is available 💙 Find out if you qualify for a reduction, discount or exemption. We can help you check what support you may be entitled to. Get in touch 👉 bit.ly/4jQCV09 #CouncilTaxReduction #CABScotland #CostOfLiving
A man with his hand in his head, opening a letter regarding his council tax. Hamilton Citizens Advice is asking people to contact them if they need free and confidential advice.
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
Last year, we helped nearly 4,000 people and unlocked over £1 million for our community, but like many charities, we face year-to-year funding uncertainty. Read our latest article on why sustainable funding matters for advice services 👉https://bit.ly/3M3vxCi #KeepTheBeatAlive #SocialImpact
A sapling trying to grow out of the ground, with a hand above offering small change.
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Worried about your energy bills? 🔥⚡ You might be eligible for support. 🤝 #BigEnergySavingWeek is the perfect time to ask for help. Contact us for free, confidential advice. 💬🌱Call us on 01698 283477 or visit us at bit.ly/4jQCV09 #EnergySupport #CostOfLivingCrisis #FuelPoverty
Graphic for Big Energy Saving Week prompting people struggling with energy bills to contact Hamilton Citizens Advice for help.
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
Many of the people we support are still struggling with energy costs that feel impossible to manage. Scott, our Safe and Warm Energy Adviser, talks about the everyday pressures. More help needs to be made available urgently. #EnergySupport #CostOfLivingCrisis #FuelPoverty #EnergySavingsWeek
Graphic with lightbulbs, and a testimonial from our energy advisor talking about the real scale of fuel poverty and high energy costs.
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
The festive period looks different for everyone. For many, this time of year can bring money worries, stress, risk of abuse, loneliness or low mood. If you’re struggling, there are services here to support and listen 🫶 #FeelingSnowedUnder #FestiveSupport #MoneyWorries #MentalHealthMatters
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Hamilton CAB @thehamiltoncab.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
It’s that time of year! 🎄 Here are our festive opening hours so you know when we’re open, closed, or available for emergencies. Normal service resumes on 5th January. Wishing you a peaceful and enjoyable holiday season ❤️ #CommunitySupport #AdviceMatters #FestiveHours
Opening hours for Hamilton Citizens Advice in the festive season.
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