Granton Information Centre
If you would like to arrange an appointment please email us at appointments@gic.org.uk or call us on 0131 551 2459 / 0131 552 0458.
Our normal telephone and reception hours are:
Mon - Thu: 09.30-12.30 & 13.30-16.00
Fri: 09.30-12.30 & 13.30-15.30
We are closed on all public holidays & between Christmas and New Years Day.
About Us
Granton Information Centre (GIC) was established in 1984.
Through the provision of free, confidential advice, advocacy and representation services, we aim to assist with benefit issues, new claims and appeals and address financial pressures for individuals and families residing in North West and North East Edinburgh.
Our clients are at the heart of everything we do. By adopting a client centred approach to our work and providing services within a wide range of accessible venues and GP surgeries, we aim to meet the individual needs of our clients.
The main issues we deal with at GIC are:
• Welfare benefits advice
• Debt/money advice
We can also help with housing issues for homeowners, housing association tenants and tenants in the private rented sector; particularly those threatened with repossession actions for mortgage and rent arrears and those experiencing other debt issues that may put their home at risk.
All advice given by GIC advisers is strictly confidential and by appointment only.
GIC are grateful for the support of our funders: Advice UK, Edinburgh Health and Social Care Partnership, Edinburgh Integrated Joint Board, NHS Scotland and the Scottish Legal Aid Board.
Partnerships and Memberships
Advice UK's vision is a society wherein every individual, regardless of means, is able to access the advice they need in order to exercise their rights and deal with any legal and social welfare problems they may face.
The Edinburgh Advice Network brings advice providers together to share learning, resources, and training. Shaped by its members, the network promotes integration and collaboration through regular events, meetings, and ongoing information sharing.
R2 is a network of organisations in north Edinburgh. Our focus is on partnership working, sharing knowledge and generating lasting positive change for the people of North Edinburgh.