Ruth Maguire MSP has welcomed the announcement that the Scottish Government’s self-isolation payment will not be impacted, following an update that anyone required to self-isolate will need to do so for 10 days, rather than 14 days. The £500 grant - which will not be reduced as a result of the updated clinical guidance -... Continue Reading →
Financial Support for People who Have to Self-Isolate Expanded
Ruth Maguire MSP has welcomed the expansion of the Scottish Government’s expansion of the £500 Self-Isolation Support Grant to help more people who are affected by Covid-19. The grant is being extended to include parents on low incomes whose children are asked to self-isolate as well as those who may be eligible for Universal Credit, but have not yet... Continue Reading →
New Grant Announced to Support People Who Have to Self-Isolate
Ruth Maguire MSP has welcomed a new grant for people on low incomes which allows them to receive £500 if asked to self-isolate. The new Self-Isolation Support Grant will help those who would lose income if they needed to self-isolate, such as those unable to carry out their work from home. This grant is for... Continue Reading →
NHS Scotland Test and Protect Advice for Households
Households will be sent information on the Scottish Government’s Test and Protect system which explains what to do if someone develops COVID-19 symptoms. NHS Test and Protect is being delivered by NHS Scotland to contain the spread of the virus. This system was rolled out across Scotland on 28 May. People who develop symptoms are... Continue Reading →
Ruth Maguire MSP (SNP) 