Benefits and pensions increase by 3.1% today, meaning claimants will receive more money in their payments.
However, as reported by The Mirror, a surge in inflation will counteract the cash boost for many people across Scotland and the UK, leaving them worse off than before.
The Universal Credit basic rate, not including childcare and housing, will go up by £10.07 per month, whilst the State Pension will rise by £5.55 per week.
