GLC’s free money, debt and legal advice surgery will be based at Threehills Community Supermarket every Wednesday from 10am to 4pm, beginning on Wednesday 30 October.

Heather Davies, manager at the Threehills Community Supermarket & Café, said: “Threehills Community Supermarket & Café is a brand new project by Good Food Scotland, launched in October 2024 and comprising an affordable shopping space, a community café and a community hub offering a range of wraparound support and social activities for the local community.

“We aim to provide immediate financial relief for households on low incomes by improving their access to affordable nutritious food, while addressing some of the underlying issues which may have left individuals and families vulnerable to hunger.

“We are incredibly excited to begin a partnership with Govan Law Centre, offering bespoke in-house support and advice to our members on a range of issues they may be facing including income maximisation, support on debt and housing, homelessness prevention and more. This will be such a key part of the wraparound support offered within the Threehills space and moving forward we plan to build on this, forming additional collaborations and partnerships to help reduce the impact of poverty and support positive mental wellbeing for everyone living in the Greater Pollok area.”

Sophie McBride, money and debt adviser at Govan Law Centre, said: “The partnership between Govan Law Centre and Good Food Scotland is a welcomed opportunity to provide services to people who are struggling with money issues and legal matters and may otherwise not be aware of or able to present to GLC. By being present within the community supermarket, we can provide direct access to free and confidential money and debt advice as well as legal representation without the need to attend an office.

“The impact of money and debt issues on mental health is huge and seeking advice can be really difficult. Threehills community supermarket provides a safe place within the community where people can feel comfortable to discuss sensitive matters. Services being available within the supermarket will help maintain privacy and dignity to those seeking advice and assistance.”