Social Security Scotland
We're an Executive Agency of the Scottish Government responsible for managing the benefits that are devolved to Scotland.
We put dignity, fairness and respect at the heart of everything we do.
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News
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Increased support for carers
People who care for more than one disabled person may be eligible for a new Scotland-only payment.
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December Carer’s Allowance Supplement paid today
Carer’s Allowance Supplement will be paid to more than 95,000 carers across Scotland today (4 December).
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Support for Scotland’s unpaid carers
The theme for this year’s Carers Rights Day on 20 November is ‘Know your rights, use your rights’, encouraging carers to find out more about their rights and the support they’re entitled to.
Events
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Improvements to Carer Benefits Stakeholder Event
Social Security Scotland will be hosting an event to raise stakeholder awareness of the changes to carer's benefits from 15th March 2026.
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Improvements to Carer Benefits Stakeholder Event
Social Security Scotland will be hosting an event to raise stakeholder awareness of the changes to carer's benefits from 15th March 2026.
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Improvements to Carer Benefits Stakeholder Event
Social Security Scotland will be hosting an event to raise stakeholder awareness of the changes to carer's benefits from 15th March 2026.
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