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Stirling Council: benefits and support
Stirling Council administers SWF, DHP and CTR across the city of Stirling and the rural hinterland towards Loch Lomond and the Trossachs.
94k residents · Unitary authority · Council benefits hub
Last updated (2026-04-21)
Schemes
Scottish Welfare Fund
Year-roundScottish Welfare Fund
Low-income Stirling residents facing a crisis (Crisis Grant) or requiring items to live independently (Community Care Grant).
Verified 2026-04-21
Discretionary Housing Payment
Year-roundDiscretionary Housing Payment
UC or Housing Benefit claimants with a housing cost shortfall. Bedroom tax covered in full.
Verified 2026-04-21
Council Tax Reduction
Year-roundCouncil Tax Reduction
Working-age and pensioner residents on low incomes. Up to 100% reduction under the Scottish scheme.
Verified 2026-04-21