Could you be exempt from water charges? See if your charity or sports group qualifies.

Who can apply?

If you’re a charity registered with the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or a Community Amateur Sports Club (CASC) with an income of below £300,000 per year, good news, you can apply for help with your water and wastewater bills. This support has been available since April 2015.
 

How do I apply?

You must apply by 31^st March each year, by completing and returning the application form (PDF download). If you’re successful you’ll receive full or partial support depending on your application. If you apply after 31^st March, your exemption will start from the following 1^st April.  Please remember you need to reapply each year to keep receiving support.
 

What are the exceptions?

We’re afraid support is not available for charities and CASCs which:
 

• Hold a permanent license to sell alcohol on their premises.
• Is a charity shop or other premise which sells new or second hand goods.
• Is a café regularly open to the public to generate income (this excludes canteens provided by the charity for its volunteers).
• Is a local authority or an Arms-length External Organisation.

Want to know more? You can take a look at the Scottish Government website or contact us.