As the festive season rolls in, many benefit claimants will be sorting out their payments in order to prepare for the big day.
This year, carers in Scotland will receive an extra £245 by the end of this week, just in time for Christmas. The Carer's Allowance Supplement is paid by Social Security Scotland, but the Carer's Allowance payment is delivered by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
So, who will be eligible for this supplement, and when will it be paid? Read on below to find out more.