Ruth Maguire, MSP for Cunninghame South, has highlighted that £58,588,289 was issued by Social Security Scotland in 2023/24 to support people across North Ayrshire.
Social Security Scotland issues support payments including the Scottish Child Payment; Best Start Grant; Disability Payments as well as winter heating assistance, support for carers and additional resources for those seeking employment.
Almost £1.9 billion was issued across Scotland in 2023/24 – including £58,588,289 in North Ayrshire helping to ensure that those who need help the most get it.
The SNP Government, in sharp contrast to the cruel DWP, has ensured that Social Security Scotland is focused on Dignity, Fairness and Respect – these support payments play a vital role in our journey to eradicating poverty.
Commenting, Ruth Maguire MSP said:
“If we are to truly eradicate poverty in Scotland then it is essential that those who need support the most get it – that is why the principles of Social Security Scotland are Dignity, Fairness, and Respect.
“£58,588,289 in support payments such as the Scottish Child Payment, Best Start Grant and specific payments to help those with disabilities, winter heating costs or caring responsibilities, was issued to people across North Ayrshire in the past year – that is the SNP Government ensuring that everyone in society has the support they need.
“In sharp contrast to the cruel UK government DWP, Social Security Scotland aims to lift up and support as many people as possible. The SNP is prioritising eradicating poverty across North Ayrshire – these figures are evidence of just that.”
Ruth Maguire MSP (SNP) 