Glossary of Debt Terms

Glossary of Terms by Money Advice Scotland

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Delegate Pack: Responding to Economic Abuse: A National Debt & Money Advice Conference
Workforce Wellbeing Blog: Shared Responsibility Series - The Role of the Individual

Our Workforce Wellbeing Officer, Chris, looks at the role of the individual in the first of the Shared Responsibility for Workforce Wellbeing blog series.
Wellbeing Blog: Why Workforce Wellbeing Should Be Built With Staff, Not For Staff

Our Workforce Wellbeing Officer, Chris, discusses how wellbeing strategies are often developed for staff rather than with them and how organisations can strengthen workforce wellbeing by building meaningful commitments with employees.
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Council Tax Guide

This guide explains what council tax is, what discounts and exemptions are available, and what happens if council tax bills are missed
Preparing for Money Advice Guide

If you're ready to speak to a money adviser, this guide sets out some actions you can take to prepare
Statutory Debt Solutions Information Guide

This guide briefly explains the different statutory debt solutions available in Scotland and sets out some things to consider for each. Please note, if you are considering entering a statutory debt solution you should seek money advice to assess your circumstances
Dealing With Creditors Guide

This guide provides some useful information and things to consider when dealing with your creditors
Debt FAQs

This guide sets out some frequently asked questions about debt and what the debt advice process