Child Disability Payment: service level agreement between the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions and Scottish Ministers

3. Duration

3.1 The Initial Agreement commenced on 26^th July 2021 for the launch of the CDP Pilot. This Agreement became effective on the date on which DWP deliver their Services as outlined in Annexes A to Y. This Agreement replaces the Initial Agreement with effect from the date this Agreement is signed. Subject to termination by either party, it shall remain in force until full case transfer of all DLAc cases is completed. This Agreement is subject to review by each party on or before the date twelve (12) months from the signing of this Agreement or when deemed appropriate and agreed by each party.

3.2 This Agreement may be varied by mutual written agreement of each party at any time during the term. Variations to this Agreement will be agreed by each party and no work will be undertaken until principles for funding the work are agreed. For the avoidance of doubt, any variations agreed between the parties must be put forward in writing and shall form an amendment to this Agreement.

3.3 In the event of DWP or Scottish Ministers choosing to terminate this Agreement, DWP and Scottish Ministers shall prepare and agree an appropriate exit plan for the termination of the Services which will seek to ensure no impact on the delivery of CDP.

3.4 Each party will provide twelve (12) months' notice of termination in writing.