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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More than £2,600 available to help families
Giving children the best start in life
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Support for bereaved families
Raising awareness of financial help available this Baby Loss Awareness Week
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Winter heating help for over 1 million people
Scotland’s unique package of winter heating support will begin this autumn. Child Winter Heating Payment will start to be paid from week commencing 5 October 2026.
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