Penicuik CAB

Penicuik CAB Advice agency
Providing free, impartial and confidential advice We are a free advice service.

We have a range of voluntary and paid staff who can deal with a range of enquiries relating to welfare benefits, debt and financial issues, employment, general legal advice and much more. The aims of the CAB service are:

To ensure that individuals do not suffer through lack of knowledge of their rights and responsibilities, or of the services available to them, or through an inability to express

their need effectively. To exercose a responsible influence on the development of social policies and services, both locally and nationally. The four guiding principles of the CAB Service are:

Free

We offer a free service to our clients whatever their financial position. Confidential

Nothing about the clients or their enquiries is revealed outside the bureau. Impartial

The service is available to everyone regardless of their race, class, gender, sexuality or creed. Independent

Although local bureaux receive funding from local councils, this does not in any way influence the advice given to clients nor prevent the bureaux from representing their clients in complaints against local authorities.

There’s around one month to go before university starts again.Whether you’re a fresher and returning student, make sure ...
17/08/2026

There’s around one month to go before university starts again.

Whether you’re a fresher and returning student, make sure you have all necessary funding and admin sorted before your course starts! And don’t forget to make the most of student discounts while you can!

If you’re struggling financially, get in touch - make an appointment at our office or visit one of our drop in sessions.

15/08/2026

Retired teacher Liz, who is living with osteoporosis, is encouraging others affected by the bone disease to attend a special community café being held for the first time in Midlothian at Midlothian Community Hospital on 17 September from 2pm to 4pm.

Liz, who lives in Dalkeith, has found support, advice and community through the Lydia Osteoporosis Project Café. She says osteoporosis can be a lonely condition because it's an invisible illness. Often there's nothing obviously wrong with you, but you're dealing with pain every day. At the café you meet people who genuinely understand what that's like.

For more and to register to come along: https://ow.ly/FBjE50Zzrbv


Council tax debt can be a heavy burden to carry but you're not alone. Our dedicated Money Talk Team can help you deal wi...
07/08/2026

Council tax debt can be a heavy burden to carry but you're not alone.

Our dedicated Money Talk Team can help you deal with your debt. Visit the Citizens Advice Scotland website for more information 🗣💷

Or our local trained advisers are on hand to give advice and help you take control.

If you are receiving some types of benefits, you might be able to get a cheaper internet or mobile deal from your provid...
24/07/2026

If you are receiving some types of benefits, you might be able to get a cheaper internet or mobile deal from your provider. Get in touch with your provider or visit us for free, impartial and confidential advice.

If you do not have sufficient internet access at the moment, we may be able to help you get a free sim with a year of data.

You don't always need to come to the office to get advice. Our Hospital Welfare Advice Service runs twice a week at the ...
14/07/2026

You don't always need to come to the office to get advice. Our Hospital Welfare Advice Service runs twice a week at the Midlothian Community Hospital. Make an appointment or pop along to get the help you need 👥

From problems at work to repaying debts - we give free, impartial, and confidential advice on a range of issues, when yo...
08/07/2026

From problems at work to repaying debts - we give free, impartial, and confidential advice on a range of issues, when you need it most. Make an appointment at the bureau today or visit one of our drop in sessions.

The first session took place last night. Don’t worry if you missed it, you still have time to sign up for the rest of th...
02/07/2026

The first session took place last night. Don’t worry if you missed it, you still have time to sign up for the rest of the sessions 🍼🚼

Are you a Dad2B?

Join Midlothian Sure Start for four fun and informative evenings all about fatherhood. Starting on Wednesday the 1st of July, you can learn more about everything from nappy changing to brain development while connecting with other soon-to-be dads 🍼🚼

Reserve your free spot through the link in the comments!

25/06/2026

We’ve been proudly serving the community for 50 years and we’re not done yet!

We’re still supporting people through tough times and advising local and national government on how to make things better.

Our office isn't the only place you can get advice from us.Our Hospital Welfare Advice Service runs twice a week at the ...
19/06/2026

Our office isn't the only place you can get advice from us.
Our Hospital Welfare Advice Service runs twice a week at the Midlothian Community Hospital. Make and appointment or pop along to get the help you need 👥

You may be entitled to more benefits and financial support than you are currently receiving. Make an appointment to disc...
17/06/2026

You may be entitled to more benefits and financial support than you are currently receiving. Make an appointment to discuss how we can help you claim what you are entitled to.

Address

Palmer House John Street
Edinburgh
EH268AB

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 3:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 3:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 3:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 1:30pm

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