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Thousands more carers now able to apply for benefit
Carers urged to apply now and get money they’re entitled to
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Gender Representation on Public Boards amendment passed
Amendment will align Act with Court of Session ruling.
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Highest ever number of grants paid to young carers
Eligible teens who haven’t applied urged not to miss out
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Progress in tackling child poverty
Annual report published.
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Delivering the best start in life
Over £829 million in social security payments providing boost for families.
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Eradicating child poverty
Funding to expand access to childcare services.
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June Programme for Government
Immediate focus on Scotland’s priorities.
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Priorities for Scotland
Eradicating child poverty is First Minister’s central mission.
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Helping clear school meal debt
Supporting families through cost of living crisis.
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Thousands of carers in Scotland to get new benefit
Carer Support Payment extended to 10 new council areas.