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This publication provides information on applications and payments for Scottish Child Payment from 9 November to 30 September 2021.

High level information on Scottish Child Payment, including statistics on the number of applications received, processed and authorised, as well as the value of payments made up to up to 30 September 2023.

High level information on Scottish Child Payment, including statistics on the number of applications received and processed, payment, and the number of children actively benefitting from Scottish Child Payment.

Scottish Child Payment was initially introduced for low-income families with children aged under six. The payment was extended to eligible low-income families with children aged under 16 on 14 November 2022. It is intended to provide regular, additional financial support for families already in receipt of qualifying benefits to assist with the costs of caring for a child.

High level information on Scottish Child Payment, including statistics on the number of applications received and processed, payment, and the number of children actively benefitting from Scottish Child Payment.

This publication provides information on applications and payments for Scottish Child Payment from 9 November to 31 March 2021 and is the first publication to include information on application decisions and payments.