
The Carer Support Payment will be the 14th benefit to be introduced into Scotland. A pilot project of the new benefit will run towards the end of 2023 with the new payment planned to begin in the Spring of 2024.
The Carer Support Payment will be the 14th benefit to be introduced into Scotland. A pilot project of the new benefit will run towards the end of 2023 with the new payment planned to begin in the Spring of 2024.
“The year ahead will remain difficult for many of us but our commitment to our clients remains strong and we will continue to listen to their feedback as we develop our service and prepare to deliver new benefits.” David Wallace CEO Social Security Scotland
“Social Security Scotland’s approach to disability benefits is a world away from what those of us on the DWP’s Personal Independence Payment (PIP) know, and it’s already making a difference”
“It must be a true safety net that treats people with dignity and respect.”
Best Start Foods is a prepaid card that can be used to buy healthy foods for children under 3.
The £250 School Age Payment is for families with a child old enough to start primary school this August and is part of the Best Start Grant
The Early Learning Payment is for children aged between 2 and 3 1/2 and can be used for anything from children’s clothes and shoes to toys, books or days out. It is worth up to £250.
It will be open for applications from the 3rd of June and is part of the new Social Security Scotland.
A Job Grant would give practical financial support for 16 – 24 year olds moving into employment.
‘Funeral Payments’ was one of the powers newly devolved to Scotland.