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Glasgow Times
4 days ago
- General
- Glasgow Times
Around 90,000 unpaid carers to receive special payment
Around 90,000 people across Scotland will receive the Carer's Allowance Supplement - a payment of £293.50. The benefit is available to those who were receiving Carer Support Payment or Carer's Allowance on April 14. Read more: Primary school celebrates 50 years of 'memories and achievements' Social Justice Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville said: "This benefit was the first that we introduced when we formed Social Security Scotland back in 2018. "It's an additional payment to recognise the important contribution of unpaid carers in Scotland. "A payment not made anywhere else in the UK. "It's another example of how we've built a radically different social security system in Scotland, with dignity, fairness and respect at its heart." The Carer's Allowance Supplement is only available in Scotland and will be paid automatically between June 18 and 19. Eligible carers will receive a letter from Social Security Scotland ahead of the payment. No application is required. Read more: New care home boasting 'champagne bar' and 'cinema' to open in Glasgow Claire Cairns, director at The Coalition of Carers in Scotland, said: "At a time when many carers are struggling to pay the bills while providing essential support to loved ones, this payment is a vital acknowledgment of their role and a much-needed financial boost that helps ease some of the pressure they face every day." Any eligible carer who has not received a payment letter by June 30 should contact Social Security Scotland on 0800 182 2222. The next Carer's Allowance Supplement will be paid in December.
Daily Record
4 days ago
- General
- Daily Record
Exact date unpaid carers to receive an extra £293 payment on top of benefit this month
The money will be issued to around 90,000 unpaid carers over a two-day period in June. The Scottish Government has confirmed around 90,000 unpaid carers are set to receive an additional payment of £293.50 next month. Carer's Allowance Supplement is only available north of the border and will be issued between June 18 and 19, 2025. The payment is issued by Social Security Scotland for people who receive Carer Support Payment or Carer's Allowance on a specific date. Only carers in Scotland are eligible for the payment if they received Carer Support Payment or Carer's Allowance on April 14, 2025. It's important to be aware that the £293.50 Carer's Allowance Supplement is paid separately from any benefit payment from Social Security Scotland or the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). Carers eligible for the payment will receive a letter from Social Security Scotland before the payment is made. Nobody needs to apply for the extra money as it is paid automatically to everyone who is eligible. Social Justice Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville said: 'This benefit was the first that we introduced when we formed Social Security Scotland back in 2018. It's an additional payment to recognise the important contribution of unpaid carers in Scotland. A payment not made anywhere else in the UK. 'It's another example of how we've built a radically different social security system in Scotland, with dignity, fairness and respect at its heart.' Claire Cairns, Director at The Coalition of Carers in Scotland added: 'At a time when many carers are struggling to pay the bills, while providing essential support to loved ones, this payment is a vital acknowledgment of their role and a much-needed financial boost that helps ease some of the pressure they face every day.' If a carer is eligible for Carer's Allowance Supplement but has not received a letter or payment by June 30, 2025, they should contact Social Security Scotland on 0800 182 2222. December 2025 payment The next Carer's Allowance Supplement payment will be issued in December 2025. People will qualify for this payment if they were in receipt of Carer Support Payment or Carer's Allowance on October 13, 2025. Similar to the summer payment, letters will be issued by Social Security Scotland before the money is due to land in bank accounts. If you, or someone you know, is providing at least 35 hours of unpaid care for a friend, family member or neighbour, and not claiming Carer Support Payment, you could be missing out on nearly £5,000 this year. Am I eligible for Carer Support Payment? Carer Support Payment is money you can get if you provide care for someone and meet certain eligibility criteria. You must: be 16 or over usually live in Scotland provide care for 35 hours or more a week, this includes if you provide care all day every day not earn more than £196 a week after tax, National Insurance and expenses The person you care for must already get one of these benefits: Adult Disability Payment – daily living component Child Disability Payment – middle or highest rate care component Pension Age Disability Payment Attendance Allowance Personal Independence Payment – daily living component Scottish Adult Disability Living Allowance - middle or highest rate care component Disability Living Allowance – middle or highest rate care component Constant Attendance Allowance at or above normal maximum rate with Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit Constant Attendance Allowance at or above the basic (full day) rate with a War Disablement Pension Armed Forces Independence Payment You can find out more about how it might affect other payments here. The type of care you provide To get Carer Support Payment, you must provide care for someone as an unpaid carer for 35 hours or more a week. It cannot be care you provide: as a professional care worker through a volunteering scheme or charity Even if you do not think of yourself as an unpaid carer, you might be eligible for Carer Support Payment. Examples of caring for someone include supporting them: with their mental health during an illness with a disability if they have an addiction Supporting someone with their mental health If you provide care for someone with a mental health condition, you might: comfort them during a panic attack stay close by so they do not feel alone support them through a crisis make sure they're safe keep them company Supporting someone with an illness or disability If you provide care for someone with an illness or disability, you might support them with: getting around getting dressed taking medicines using the shower or toilet cooking meals food shopping translating The person you provide care for You might provide care for: someone in your family a friend a neighbour You do not have to live with them or be related to them. You can only apply for Carer Support Payment for one person. If you provide care for more people, you are not entitled to extra payments. You can check if you are eligible for Carer Support Payment and find full details on the devolved benefit on the website here.
Daily Record
28-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Over £3.1 million paid to carers in West Lothian through new Scottish benefit
This new benefit, which replaces Carer's Allowance for new applicants in Scotland, is designed to better support unpaid carers. Over £3.1 million has been paid to carers in West Lothian through a new Scottish benefit. Almond Valley MSP Angela Constance has welcomed the latest figures showing that carers in West Lothian have received a total of £3,157,710 through the Scottish Government's Carer Support Payment since the pilot began in November 2023. This new benefit, which replaces Carer's Allowance for new applicants in Scotland, is designed to better support unpaid carers. The figures show that since its rollout, over £89 million has been delivered across Scotland – with West Lothian accounting for 3% of all applications. A total of 17,260 applications were received by Social Security Scotland by the end of March 2025. Of the 10,375 processed, 73% were approved. Every local authority area has seen carers benefit from the new support. Angela Constance MSP said: 'Unpaid carers play a vital role in our society, often sacrificing their own wellbeing to look after loved ones. I'm proud that the Scottish Government is stepping up to support them with direct financial help. 'Over £3.1 million to carers in Almond Valley shows the real difference our new social security system is making – one built on dignity, fairness and respect. 'As Westminster parties argue over who can be harsher on welfare, Scotland is choosing a different path – one that values and supports those who care for others.'
Daily Record
27-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
East Kilbride MSP welcomes Carer Support Payment stats for South Lanarkshire
Collette Stevenson said: 'These numbers show the real impact of the SNP's commitment to supporting carers." East Kilbride MSP Collette Stevenson MSP has welcomed new statistics relating to the SNP Scottish Government's Carer Support Payment. More than £89.5 million, including £6,501,420 across South Lanarkshire, has now been issued in vital financial support to carers throughout Scotland since it was piloted in November 2023. The Carer Support Payment replaces Carer's Allowance for new Scottish applicants and is a cornerstone of Scotland's distinct social security system. According to the latest figures, a total of 17,260 applications for the Carer Support Payment were received between November 2023 and the end of March 2025. Of the 10,375 applications processed, 73 per cent were approved, underlining the programme's strong uptake and success in reaching those in need. The data also reveals that carers from every local authority in Scotland have accessed the new payment since the national roll-out in November 2024. South Lanarkshire made up nine per cent of applications. Ms Stevenson said: 'These numbers show the real impact of the SNP's commitment to supporting carers. Carers make an immense contribution to our communities, and I am proud that Scotland is recognising their value through direct financial support. 'This investment of over £89 million across Scotland is not just a number, it represents a lifeline for thousands of people who care for loved ones every day, with millions of pounds going to almost 1500 carers across South Lanarkshire. 'This is what a Scottish social security system based on dignity, fairness and respect looks like." *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here. And did yo
Daily Record
20-05-2025
- General
- Daily Record
Over £3 million received by people in West Lothian since Carer Support Payment introduced
'This is a lifeline for people across West Lothian who care for loved ones every day' Fiona Hyslop MSP has welcomed new figures that reveal the success of the Scottish Government's Carer Support Payment The Carer Support Payment, which replaced Carer's Allowance, has been vital in supporting carers in West Lothian and across Scotland since it was piloted in November 2023. With more than £3 million paid to people in West Lothian since then the SNP MSP was delighted to highlight the payments milestone. The Linlithgow constituency MSP said: 'Ensuring that Carers across West Lothian receive the care they need is a key priority of the Scottish Government and I am pleased to see over £3 million has been paid out to Carers across the county since the introduction of the Carer Support Payment. 'This payment is a lifeline for people across West Lothian who care for loved ones every day. 'Carers make an incredible contribution to their community, and I am pleased to see the Scottish Government prioritising providing this essential support. 'To check if you are eligible visit:
