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Scottish Parliamentary Elections - 7 May 2026

To vote in the Scottish Parliament elections you must be registered to vote by Monday 20 April. Register online or find out more information about the election by visiting 2026 Scottish Parliament election by using the link above.

Benefit Calculator

Use our free online tool to calculate your entitlement to means tested and some non-means tested benefits

West Lothian Council's benefit calculator is a free online tool that will calculate entitlement to the following benefits

  • Carer's Allowance
  • Child Benefit
  • Council Tax Reduction
  • New Style Employment & Support Allowance
  • Housing Benefit (in limited circumstances)
  • New Style Job Seekers Allowance
  • Pension Credit
  • Universal Credit

This is an anonymous service and no identifying information is shared with West Lothian Council. If you want to discuss the outcome of your calculation with a member of the Advice Shop, please quote your calculation reference number when you contact us.

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