Angela Constance MSP Celebrates Scottish Government’s Commitment to Social Security

Angela Constance MSP Celebrates Scottish Government’s Commitment to Social Security

Scottish Government Ensures Annual Uplifts in Social Security Payments to Support Almond Valley Families

Angela Constance MSP has welcomed the news that the Scottish Government will enshrine in law the requirement to increase social security payments each year in line with inflation.

Over the past year, the Scottish Government provided £370 million to uprate payments - £5 million above the amount required by statute. By making this a legal duty, it guarantees that support like the winter heating payments receive a financial boost.

Commenting, Angela Constance MSP said:

“Scotland’s social security system – which is rooted in dignity, fairness, and respect – has been truly transformational for so many families across Almond Valley. As we build on this progress, it’s crucial we maintain the value of the fourteen payments which are estimated to be keeping 100,000 children out of poverty. This legal duty will bring us closer to achieving the First Minister’s goal of ending child poverty while ensuring we continue to do what we can to protect Almond Valley’s families from continued Westminster austerity.  The Scottish Government will always do right by Almond Valley’s households, making sure they get the support they need.”

ENDS

Notes: https://x.com/ScotGovFairer/status/1836755708575981570

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