The Supplement is an extra payment brought in by the Scottish Government because the Carer’s Allowance from the UK Government was so low.
Over 90,000 Carers in Scotland Have Benefited from the Supplement Carers Allowance
Young Carer Grant: Apply From Monday
The Young Carers Grant will open on Monday 21st of October for applications from people in Scotland aged 16, 17 and 18.
Rhoda Grant MSP Raises Carers’ Ferry Concerns
Local MSP Rhoda Grant, Labour has raised with the Scottish Government the issue of support for people with health concerns or mobility issues by allowing them to bring escorts on ferry trips free of charge .
201 Carers in Orkney Receive Scotland’s New Carer’s Allowance
“Carers make a vital contribution to society, which this payment recognises, putting an extra £442 in their pockets this financial year. “
New Young Carer Grant for 16 – 17 Year Olds
“The grant is part of a package of support for young carers which will also include free bus travel from 2020/21, subject to a successful pilot.”
Improving Support to Foster & Kinship Carers
The report makes 11 recommendations to be taken forward by the Scottish Government and COSLA
Views of Carers Wanted
“I want the thousands of carers across the Highlands and Islands to have a voice in what kind of support they want and need.”
Carer’s Allowance Supplement to be Paid from Mid September
“This supplementary payment allows us to get more money in the pockets of carers in Scotland as quickly as possible.”
New Rights for Unpaid Carers
The definition of carer has also been extended so that it can include more people .
Proposed Kirkwall Care Home Unveiled
“an environment that provides small group living which is homely”
