Ruth Maguire MSP has welcomed the news that £600,000 has been paid to eligible young carers by the Scottish Government. Over 2000 young carers received a payment between October 2019 and October 2020. The Young Carer Grant is a payment of £305.10 for young people, aged 16, 17 and 18, who spend an average of... Continue Reading →
£470,000 for Care Experienced Young People in North Ayrshire
SNP MSP Ruth Maguire, has said new funding from the Scottish Government will help provide targeted support for care experienced young people in North Ayrshire. North Ayrshire Council has been handed £470,400 to invest in projects designed to boost the attainment of local care experienced children and young people. The council will work with Chief... Continue Reading →
£300,000 Additional Support for Young Carers Announced
Ruth Maguire MSP has welcomed the announcement that £300,000 from the £350 million communities funding to support people and communities affected by COVID-19, is being given to support young carers across Scotland. The additional funding comes as National Carers Week begins. Young Scot will receive £200,000 to provide online subscriptions and e-vouchers for young carers.... Continue Reading →
Ruth Maguire MSP (SNP) 