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  • Social Security Scotland announcement - benefits uprated from 01 April

    Created: 30/03/2023
    News/Events Category: General News


    Twelve Scottish Government benefits including Carer’s Allowance Supplement and Best Start Grants will be increased by 10.1% on 1 April, backed by investment of around £430 million.

    The Scottish Child Payment was increased by 150% in 2022 to £25 per eligible child per week.

    More information on the changes these benefits can be found at the Social Security Scotland website.




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