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One million payments for Scotland’s carers
£280 million paid to carers since launch of Carer’s Allowance Supplement
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Helping people pay for costs of a funeral
Eligible people urged to apply for Funeral Support Payment
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Help tackling council tax debt
Pilot scheme will see councils and advice services work more closely together.
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Over 43,000 automatic payments to help families with cost of living
Best Start Grants awarded without need for a separate application
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Supporting people in need
Funding for projects to tackle poverty and inequality.
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People with jobs reminded they can qualify for Scottish benefits
Payments not just for those out of work
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£14 billion for councils
Local authorities given real terms increase in funding.
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Winter Heating Payments begin
Social security support to help eligible people with heating costs
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People urged to use unspent Best Start Foods balances
Christmas letter will remind families to use money on card
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Autumn Statement benefit changes ‘deeply concerning’
Social Justice Secretary writes to DWP on work capability announcements.