Notice of By-election

A By-election to elect a Councillor for the East Renfrewshire Council Electoral Ward 1: Barrhead, Liboside and Uplawmoor will be held on Thursday 21 August 2025Find out more and view the election timetable.

Scottish Welfare Fund

Find out what grants are available through the Scottish Welfare Fund and who can apply.

Crisis Grants

Find out if you're eligible for the Scottish Welfare Fund's Crisis Grant.

Community Care Grants

Find out if you're eligible for the Scottish Welfare Fund's Community Care Grant.

Appeal a Scottish Welfare Fund decision

If you're unhappy with the decision of your Scottish Welfare Fund decision, you can ask us to look at it again.