EYErica Young

1. Article · Sep 26, 2026 · Erica Young

   Local CABs are an essential compass to help navigate social security (opens the original)

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   Acknowledging the need for help when living with a long-term health condition or disability is a profoundly challenging step to take for most people. Formalising that need through a social security application can feel daunting. As people adapt and strive not to be constrained by their health condition, they may not recognise that they are entitled to support that could be life-changing. Across Scotland, our advisers are delivering free, confidential and impartial advice that’s helping to break

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2. Article · Jul 11, 2026 · Erica Young

   Rebuilding the village - how to help young NEET people in Scotland    (opens the original)

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   Alan Milburn’s recent work highlighting the plight of young people who are NEET (not in Employment, Education or Training) resonated strongly in Scotland. Many are viewing jigsaw pieces of support and wondering how they fit together into a complete frame that pictures their needs. It's unclear what goes where and many young people are left without the help that they should be able to rely on.  Our advisers work with tremendous empathy and persistence to deliver ad

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