Links
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ARGYLL & BUTE HOUSING AND INFORMATION SERVICE
HOUSING ADVICE HELPLINE
0800 731 8337
Free Independent Confidential Impartial advice on a range of issues including:
Housing Options, Security of Tenure, Eviction, Homelessness, Disrepair in rented accommodation, Money Advice, Benefits and much more.
The helpline is open Monday – Friday 10:00 – 16:00
Alternatively Email: info@abcab.org.uk
There is also a 24-hour answering service and we will respond to your message as soon as possible.Scottish Government
www.scotland.gov.uk
The official website of the Scottish Governement.
Scottish Housing Regulator
www.scottishhousingregulator.gov.uk
The website for Scottish Housing Regulator, the Scottish Governement agency that regulates Housing services across Scotland.
Care Inspectorate
www.careinspectorate.com
The website of the Scottish Commission for the Regulation of Care whose purpose is to regulate for the improvement of care in Scotland
Scottish Parliament
www.scottish.parliament.uk
The official website of the Scottish Parliament, the decision-making body for a devolved Scotland.
Argyll and Bute Council
www.argyll-bute.gov.uk
The official website of Argyll and Bute Council with whom we continue to have a close working relationship.Some aspects of housing remain the responsibility of the Council, you can find out more by visiting the site.
Scottish Federation of Housing Associations
www.sfha.co.uk
The SFHA looks after the rights of housing associations and their tenants in Scotland. Listing almost 200 housing associations as members this site will tell you everything you need to know about Scotland’s Housing Associations.
Employers in Voluntary Housing
www.evh.org.uk
The website of the only employers' association in the voluntary housing movement in Britain.
Tenants Panel
www.argylltenants.org.uk
West of Scotland Racial Equality Council
The Equality Advice Project offers the following services to residents of the West of Scotland based on current equality legislation regarding age, disability, gender, race, religion and belief, sexual orientation:
- Advice & Information to individuals and organisations on equality practice and legislation.
- Signposting to a wide range of helpful service providing agencies
- Referral to appropriate agencies and follow up service to ensure equitable access to services and support.
- Local outreach surgeries will be held in order that the above services may be accessed.
www.wsrec.co.uk or email admin@wsrec.co.uk
Citizens Advice Bureau
www.citizensadvice.org.uk
Tenants Participation Advisory Service
www.tpasscotland.org.uk
Argyll and Bute Womans Aid
www.argyllwomensaid.co.uk
Telephone: 0870 241 3548
Argyll & Bute Women’s Aid provide a free and confidential service. Call them for information, support and, if needed a safe place to stay.
Stramash
www.stramash.org.uk
Stramash are a social enterprise based in Argyll who specialise in outdoor activity and learning provision. Stramash work with individuals, groups and families delivering events which range from team building exercises and outdoor learning sessions to adrenaline infused adventure activities and expeditions.
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