Social Security Scotland
We're an Executive Agency of the Scottish Government responsible for managing the benefits that are devolved to Scotland.
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News
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Increased financial help for carers
Financial support for unpaid carers in Scotland is being strengthened in recognition of their vital role.
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Financial support for young carers
For this year’s Young Carers Action Day (11 March), we’re encouraging young carers to see what financial support they could be entitled to.
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System improvements this weekend
Our online benefit applications and document upload service will be temporarily unavailable from 8am on Saturday 14 March until 8am on Monday 16 March.
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