The latest news from Social Security Scotland
First Minister meeting Best Start Grant recipients
Parents welcome improved support
17 December 2018
Families are now benefitting from the new Best Start Grant Pregnancy and Baby Payment, which supports low income families.
Best Start Grant Pregnancy and Baby Payment
New baby benefit launched
10 December 2018
First payments of Pregnancy and Baby payments will be made before Christmas.
Two small children
Help for low income families
20 November 2018
Pregnancy and Baby Payment applications open on Monday 10 December.
Social Security Scotland staff
Carer honour for Social Security Scotland
7 November 2018
Carers Scotland recognises “positive employer”
Social Security Scotland logo
Members appointed to social security Executive Advisory Body
23 October 2018
First meeting to be held Tuesday 23 October.
Social Security Scotland staff member taking a call.
Over 75,000 carers receive new payment
4 October 2018
Carers welcome much needed cash boost.