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The Latest Breaking News from Social Security Scotland

People on PIP moving to new disability payment this autumn may need to tell DWP about it

You may also have to contact your local authority if you currently get support for housing or Council Tax.

Daily Record

Attendance Allowance set to be replaced by new benefit following rollout of Adult Disability Payment

Pension Age Disability Payment will provide financial support for older people living in Scotland.

Daily Record

11 PIP myths that stop people making a claim for support worth up to £627 every month

Nearly thre million people across the UK are receiving between £24.45 and £156.90 each week through PIP.

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Make a new claim for Carer's Allowance by next month to qualify for extra payment before Christmas

You could be eligible for weekly Carer’s Allowance payments of £69.70 plus an extra £245.70 in December.

Daily Record

Important case transfer update for people on PIP or DLA moving to new disability payment

More than 313,620 disability benefit claimants started transferring this summer.

Daily Record

Iceland supports Best Start Food scheme to help families in need access nutritional food

It is the first time that a supermarket has joined with a brand to show support for the scheme.

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DWP paid £160m to deliver benefits devolved to Scottish Parliament

Delays and complications with the devolution of social security led to the DWP continuing to administer benefits.

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People making new claim for PIP-style benefit will see 13 important changes from DWP process

Adult Disability Payment has now replaced PIP for new claims in Scotland.

Daily Record

Scottish parents urged to apply for one-off £267 payment to help with schooling costs

The payment made by Social Security Scotland is designed to help with an expensive time in any parent's life, but is more important than ever given the cost of living crisis

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Parents urged to apply for one-off £267 payment to help with school costs this year

The grant can be claimed throughout the year but could be a great help during the first few weeks of the new term.

Daily Record

Boost your income before October energy price hike by checking for extra benefits and discounts

To combat the cost of living crisis make sure you are maximising your income and not missing out.

Daily Record

DWP update as PIP replaced in Scotland nationwide with new ADP benefit

Starting August 29, Personal Independence Payment has been replaced with the new Adult Disability Payment benefit for all new claims in Scotland — here's what you need to know

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New benefit replacing PIP opens nationwide with a focus on providing a positive and compassionate experience

Adult Disability Payment also offers no 'degrading functional examinations' as part of the application process.

Daily Record

PIP will no longer be available to first-time claimants in Scotland from this week

A new devolved disability payment is replacing first-time claims for PIP rom August 29.

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Everything you need to know about Scotland's Best Start Foods as bills soar

A shopper took to social media to praise Iceland after what was printed on the side of their milk. However whilst the scheme is now available in Scotland, there is an equivalent.

Daily Record

People claiming new Adult Disability Payment this month may also qualify for huge range of other discounts

An award for Adult Disability Payment is worth between £97.80 and £627.60 every four weeks.

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People on certain benefits can claim £1,800 to help pay for funeral costs

Social Security Scotland aims to make a decision on claims for the Funeral Support Payment within 10 days.

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New disability payment replacing PIP in Scotland this month involves no private sector assessments

Applications for Adult Disability Payment will open nationwide on August 29.

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New disability payment replacing PIP will include ‘informal observations’ during the consultation

Applications for Adult Disability Payment will open nationwide on August 29.

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Essential PIP tips for DWP assessments in-person, over the phone or by video call

Evidence gathered from consultations will be used to determine the outcome of a PIP claim.

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Low-income families urged to apply for one-off £267 child payment before schools go back this month

The grant can be claimed throughout the year but could be a great help before the start of the new school year.

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Existing PIP claimants may be transferred to new disability payment before their scheduled date

There are three ways a ‘natural transfer’ to Adult Disability Payment could be triggered.

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New disability benefit may be paid to some people at a daily rate instead of every four weeks

The daily rate of Adult Disability Payment is the equivalent to one-seventh of the weekly rate.

Daily Record

Claim PIP for sleep apnea and DWP could give you up to £156 each week to help with costs

More than 1,300 people across the UK are being supported through PIP for sleep apnea.

Daily Record

Claim PIP or new ADP benefit for dyslexia and you could get up to £627 each month

If you have dyslexia, dyspraxia or a speech or language disorder you could be eligible for extra financial support.

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