Council appointed regional lead of cancer support service

Published 12 November 2026

West Dunbartonshire Council has been appointed a Regional Lead for Macmillan Cancer Support's new Money and More Programme, which helps people affected by cancer to access financial and wellbeing support.

Following a successful competitive bid process, the Council’s Working4U Welfare Rights Service will support cancer patients in West Dunbartonshire as well as across the South Scotland region through a network of local delivery partners. 

The Macmillan, Money and More Programme is designed to tackle the financial inequalities often experienced by people living with cancer.  

Support is focused on the most vulnerable cancer patients, ensuring those most at risk of poor outcomes due to social, financial, personal or health-related circumstances can access specialist welfare rights advice and financial wellbeing support.  In Scotland, this includes the Macmillan Improving the Cancer Journey Service, which offers a holistic needs assessment to identify concerns and supports for people who access the service. 

As Regional Lead, Working4U will offer support locally, in addition to coordinating delivery across the South of Scotland in partnership with 13 local authorities and one Citizens Advice Bureau. 

The Council will oversee programme delivery, support partnership working, coordinate reporting to Macmillan Cancer Support, and establish a regional steering group to ensure services continue to meet the needs of people affected by cancer. 

Councillor David McBride, Convener of Infrastructure, Regeneration and Economic Development said: "A cancer diagnosis can have a significant impact not only on a person's health but also on their financial wellbeing, employment, and their day-to-day life. 

"I am pleased that Working4U has been chosen to lead this important programme across the region.  The Council has been delivering Macmillan support within the community for more than 20 years and that, coupled with our strong experience in welfare advice, mean we are well-placed to lead on this important new service.” 

Councillor Lawrence O’Neill, Vice Convener, added: "The impact of cancer extends far beyond treatment, with many people facing significant financial pressures alongside the emotional and physical effects of their diagnosis. 

"Through this programme, we are making it easier for vulnerable people affected by cancer to access the support they need to manage financial challenges and focus on their health and wellbeing during an extremely difficult time.” 

If you or a loved one is affected by cancer and need support with benefits/debts or other non-medical concerns, you can get in touch with the team by visiting Macmillan, Money & More | West Dunbartonshire Council