Andy Denholm
@andy-denholm.bsky.social
Head of Communications for Consumer Scotland. Former journalist with The Herald and The Scotsman and Scottish Government comms.
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Consumer Scotland has welcomed the fall in the energy price cap announced today by Ofgem.
However, new research by Consumer Scotland has shown more consumers are now experiencing energy debt.
Read more: bit.ly/43JXK76
However, new research by Consumer Scotland has shown more consumers are now experiencing energy debt.
Read more: bit.ly/43JXK76
May 23, 2025 at 10:38 AM
Consumer Scotland has welcomed the fall in the energy price cap announced today by Ofgem.
However, new research by Consumer Scotland has shown more consumers are now experiencing energy debt.
Read more: bit.ly/43JXK76
However, new research by Consumer Scotland has shown more consumers are now experiencing energy debt.
Read more: bit.ly/43JXK76
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Consumer Scotland has responded to an announcement by regulator Ofcom that it is to investigate Royal Mail for missing its delivery targets in 2024-2025.
Read more: bit.ly/3YXEssa
Read more: bit.ly/3YXEssa
May 23, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Consumer Scotland has responded to an announcement by regulator Ofcom that it is to investigate Royal Mail for missing its delivery targets in 2024-2025.
Read more: bit.ly/3YXEssa
Read more: bit.ly/3YXEssa
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New Consumer Scotland research has highlighted a range of barriers preventing consumers from switching to "greener" forms of transport such as buses, trains and bicycles including availability, cost, journey times, safety and accessibility.
Read more: bit.ly/4joEmlu
Read more: bit.ly/4joEmlu
April 28, 2025 at 11:59 AM
New Consumer Scotland research has highlighted a range of barriers preventing consumers from switching to "greener" forms of transport such as buses, trains and bicycles including availability, cost, journey times, safety and accessibility.
Read more: bit.ly/4joEmlu
Read more: bit.ly/4joEmlu
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Consumer Scotland Policy and Advocacy Officer David Jackson assesses the impact on consumers of concessionary fare schemes and the extent to which they help meet climate change targets.
Read his blog post: bit.ly/43zRTl4
Read his blog post: bit.ly/43zRTl4
March 11, 2025 at 10:52 AM
Consumer Scotland Policy and Advocacy Officer David Jackson assesses the impact on consumers of concessionary fare schemes and the extent to which they help meet climate change targets.
Read his blog post: bit.ly/43zRTl4
Read his blog post: bit.ly/43zRTl4
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Today we published the latest issue of our quarterly Energy Brief. Here are four key points you need to know about energy issues in Scotland 👇
February 21, 2025 at 10:12 AM
Today we published the latest issue of our quarterly Energy Brief. Here are four key points you need to know about energy issues in Scotland 👇
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Consumers are facing a further rise in energy costs from April after an announcement by regulator @ofgem.bsky.social of an increase in the price cap.
In a statement, Consumer Scotland has highlighted the growing issue of energy debt and arrears.
Read more: bit.ly/4gZxh99
In a statement, Consumer Scotland has highlighted the growing issue of energy debt and arrears.
Read more: bit.ly/4gZxh99
February 25, 2025 at 9:03 AM
Consumers are facing a further rise in energy costs from April after an announcement by regulator @ofgem.bsky.social of an increase in the price cap.
In a statement, Consumer Scotland has highlighted the growing issue of energy debt and arrears.
Read more: bit.ly/4gZxh99
In a statement, Consumer Scotland has highlighted the growing issue of energy debt and arrears.
Read more: bit.ly/4gZxh99
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We have published final guidance for public bodies on the new consumer duty which comes fully into force in April.
Under the duty, public bodies in Scotland must consider the impact on consumers when they make strategic decisions.
Read more: bit.ly/4aUKOgy
Under the duty, public bodies in Scotland must consider the impact on consumers when they make strategic decisions.
Read more: bit.ly/4aUKOgy
February 12, 2025 at 11:53 AM
We have published final guidance for public bodies on the new consumer duty which comes fully into force in April.
Under the duty, public bodies in Scotland must consider the impact on consumers when they make strategic decisions.
Read more: bit.ly/4aUKOgy
Under the duty, public bodies in Scotland must consider the impact on consumers when they make strategic decisions.
Read more: bit.ly/4aUKOgy
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There is still time to help shape our priorities for the coming year by providing feedback on Consumer Scotland's Draft Work Programme 2025-2026.
Our consultation closes on Monday 17th February.
Find out more and take part here: bit.ly/410Gedk
Our consultation closes on Monday 17th February.
Find out more and take part here: bit.ly/410Gedk
February 11, 2025 at 10:08 AM
There is still time to help shape our priorities for the coming year by providing feedback on Consumer Scotland's Draft Work Programme 2025-2026.
Our consultation closes on Monday 17th February.
Find out more and take part here: bit.ly/410Gedk
Our consultation closes on Monday 17th February.
Find out more and take part here: bit.ly/410Gedk
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We have responded to an announcement by the UK regulator
@ofcom.bsky.social that it is to consult on proposed changes to the postal service.
Under the proposals Royal Mail would deliver second-class letters every other weekday and not on Saturdays.
Read more: bit.ly/4aE7BNA
@ofcom.bsky.social that it is to consult on proposed changes to the postal service.
Under the proposals Royal Mail would deliver second-class letters every other weekday and not on Saturdays.
Read more: bit.ly/4aE7BNA
January 30, 2025 at 4:21 PM
We have responded to an announcement by the UK regulator
@ofcom.bsky.social that it is to consult on proposed changes to the postal service.
Under the proposals Royal Mail would deliver second-class letters every other weekday and not on Saturdays.
Read more: bit.ly/4aE7BNA
@ofcom.bsky.social that it is to consult on proposed changes to the postal service.
Under the proposals Royal Mail would deliver second-class letters every other weekday and not on Saturdays.
Read more: bit.ly/4aE7BNA
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Consumer Scotland has published its Draft Work Programme 2025-2026 and is seeking views to help shape our priorities in the coming year.
Find out more about our draft work programme and how to take part in our online survey here: bit.ly/3PL4mu4
Find out more about our draft work programme and how to take part in our online survey here: bit.ly/3PL4mu4
January 21, 2025 at 9:59 AM
Consumer Scotland has published its Draft Work Programme 2025-2026 and is seeking views to help shape our priorities in the coming year.
Find out more about our draft work programme and how to take part in our online survey here: bit.ly/3PL4mu4
Find out more about our draft work programme and how to take part in our online survey here: bit.ly/3PL4mu4
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Consumer Scotland is recruiting a Research Officer to join our Research Team and support colleagues across the organisation in delivering high quality research on a wide range of consumer related issues.
Find out more and apply by 9th February: bit.ly/3Wkrof7
Find out more and apply by 9th February: bit.ly/3Wkrof7
January 14, 2025 at 9:53 AM
Consumer Scotland is recruiting a Research Officer to join our Research Team and support colleagues across the organisation in delivering high quality research on a wide range of consumer related issues.
Find out more and apply by 9th February: bit.ly/3Wkrof7
Find out more and apply by 9th February: bit.ly/3Wkrof7
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We have published our latest Newsletter highlighting the actions @consumerscotland.bsky.social has taken to help consumers. Issues include energy support for the terminally ill, research on consumer attitudes to net zero and the work of our water team.
Read more: bit.ly/42ggL0v
Read more: bit.ly/42ggL0v
January 16, 2025 at 2:31 PM
We have published our latest Newsletter highlighting the actions @consumerscotland.bsky.social has taken to help consumers. Issues include energy support for the terminally ill, research on consumer attitudes to net zero and the work of our water team.
Read more: bit.ly/42ggL0v
Read more: bit.ly/42ggL0v
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Consumer Scotland is recruiting two Head of Energy roles within our Policy Directorate. The Head of Energy Markets and the Head of Energy Transition will lead our work representing consumer interests across the energy sector.
Find out more and apply by 26th January: bit.ly/4jdsWBm
Find out more and apply by 26th January: bit.ly/4jdsWBm
January 13, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Consumer Scotland is recruiting two Head of Energy roles within our Policy Directorate. The Head of Energy Markets and the Head of Energy Transition will lead our work representing consumer interests across the energy sector.
Find out more and apply by 26th January: bit.ly/4jdsWBm
Find out more and apply by 26th January: bit.ly/4jdsWBm
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Worried about tipping into debt this winter? We will always aim to make you feel heard and work with you to find a solution, we’re on your side. Visit 👉 www.cas.org.uk/worried
December 12, 2024 at 11:51 AM
Worried about tipping into debt this winter? We will always aim to make you feel heard and work with you to find a solution, we’re on your side. Visit 👉 www.cas.org.uk/worried
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Our “Worried this winter? Let’s chat” campaign video 📹
This incredible poem from spoken word artist @kevoutloud is based on lived experiences of energy debt.
Together, we’re asking people who are struggling, to talk to their local CAB this winter. 👉 cas.org.uk/worried
This incredible poem from spoken word artist @kevoutloud is based on lived experiences of energy debt.
Together, we’re asking people who are struggling, to talk to their local CAB this winter. 👉 cas.org.uk/worried
Worried this winter? Let's chat.
YouTube video by Citizens Advice Scotland
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December 10, 2024 at 2:07 PM
Our “Worried this winter? Let’s chat” campaign video 📹
This incredible poem from spoken word artist @kevoutloud is based on lived experiences of energy debt.
Together, we’re asking people who are struggling, to talk to their local CAB this winter. 👉 cas.org.uk/worried
This incredible poem from spoken word artist @kevoutloud is based on lived experiences of energy debt.
Together, we’re asking people who are struggling, to talk to their local CAB this winter. 👉 cas.org.uk/worried
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Loan sharks have been using food bank social media pages to target vulnerable Scots ahead of Christmas 👇
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Loan sharks 'target vulnerable Scots on food bank social media pages'
A watchdog warned that up to 300,000 Scottish people are at risk of falling victim to loan sharks.
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November 20, 2024 at 11:23 AM
Loan sharks have been using food bank social media pages to target vulnerable Scots ahead of Christmas 👇
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Consumer Scotland has responded to an announcement by regulator Ofcom that it has fined Royal Mail £10.5m for failing to meet its delivery targets for first and second class mail.
Read more: bit.ly/3BAiKlq
Read more: bit.ly/3BAiKlq
December 13, 2024 at 12:38 PM
Consumer Scotland has responded to an announcement by regulator Ofcom that it has fined Royal Mail £10.5m for failing to meet its delivery targets for first and second class mail.
Read more: bit.ly/3BAiKlq
Read more: bit.ly/3BAiKlq
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Consumer concern over climate change is not translating into action that matches the pace and scale of change required to meet net zero targets, according to a new report by @consumerscotland.bsky.social on the circular economy.
Read more: bit.ly/3VB500z
Read more: bit.ly/3VB500z
December 11, 2024 at 12:26 PM
Consumer concern over climate change is not translating into action that matches the pace and scale of change required to meet net zero targets, according to a new report by @consumerscotland.bsky.social on the circular economy.
Read more: bit.ly/3VB500z
Read more: bit.ly/3VB500z
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Consumer Scotland brought together key organisations in Edinburgh yesterday to discuss ways to improve the consumer experience of electric vehicles in Scotland.
Consumer Scotland Analysis Manager Camilla Barnett presented our recent research findings on EVs.
Read more:
bit.ly/4gpF14t
Consumer Scotland Analysis Manager Camilla Barnett presented our recent research findings on EVs.
Read more:
bit.ly/4gpF14t
December 6, 2024 at 10:14 AM
Consumer Scotland brought together key organisations in Edinburgh yesterday to discuss ways to improve the consumer experience of electric vehicles in Scotland.
Consumer Scotland Analysis Manager Camilla Barnett presented our recent research findings on EVs.
Read more:
bit.ly/4gpF14t
Consumer Scotland Analysis Manager Camilla Barnett presented our recent research findings on EVs.
Read more:
bit.ly/4gpF14t
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Consumer Scotland has published a new report highlighting the energy affordability challenges facing disabled people, those with health conditions and the terminally ill, with recommendations on how governments can address them.
Read more: bit.ly/4fXhMPd
Read more: bit.ly/4fXhMPd
December 1, 2024 at 10:05 AM
Consumer Scotland has published a new report highlighting the energy affordability challenges facing disabled people, those with health conditions and the terminally ill, with recommendations on how governments can address them.
Read more: bit.ly/4fXhMPd
Read more: bit.ly/4fXhMPd
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The National Concessionary Travel Schemes in Scotland require investment of more than £300m annually. Consumer Scotland has published a new briefing assessing the impact of such schemes.
Read more: bit.ly/49biFkP
Read more: bit.ly/49biFkP
November 27, 2024 at 11:09 AM
The National Concessionary Travel Schemes in Scotland require investment of more than £300m annually. Consumer Scotland has published a new briefing assessing the impact of such schemes.
Read more: bit.ly/49biFkP
Read more: bit.ly/49biFkP
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Consumer Scotland and National Energy System Operator have agreed a new strategic partnership to support energy consumers in Scotland.
NESO chief executive Fintan Slye and our Chair David Wilson signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Glasgow this week.
Read more: bit.ly/3Zswgkv
NESO chief executive Fintan Slye and our Chair David Wilson signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Glasgow this week.
Read more: bit.ly/3Zswgkv
November 28, 2024 at 2:06 PM
Consumer Scotland and National Energy System Operator have agreed a new strategic partnership to support energy consumers in Scotland.
NESO chief executive Fintan Slye and our Chair David Wilson signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Glasgow this week.
Read more: bit.ly/3Zswgkv
NESO chief executive Fintan Slye and our Chair David Wilson signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Glasgow this week.
Read more: bit.ly/3Zswgkv
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Consumers are facing a challenging winter after the announcement by energy regulator @ofgem.bsky.social of a rise in the energy price cap, Consumer Scotland has said.
The annual energy bill for a typical household will rise to £1,738 in January.
Read more: bit.ly/3Ol63Oo
The annual energy bill for a typical household will rise to £1,738 in January.
Read more: bit.ly/3Ol63Oo
November 22, 2024 at 10:07 AM
Consumers are facing a challenging winter after the announcement by energy regulator @ofgem.bsky.social of a rise in the energy price cap, Consumer Scotland has said.
The annual energy bill for a typical household will rise to £1,738 in January.
Read more: bit.ly/3Ol63Oo
The annual energy bill for a typical household will rise to £1,738 in January.
Read more: bit.ly/3Ol63Oo