Thousands of unpaid carers across Scotland received an extra payment of £245.70 on Friday, December 9. Carer’s Allowance Supplement is a devolved benefit paid twice a year to those in receipt of Carer’s Allowance on certain qualifying dates.
People who were claiming Carer’s Allowance from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) on October 10, 2022 should have received the extra money by now, however, Social Security Scotland who delivers the devolved payment on behalf of the Scottish Government in recognition of the important contribution made by unpaid carers throughout the year, is urging people to check if they received the money and to contact them on 0800 182 2222 if they have not.
Carers Allowance claimants in Scotland do not need to apply for the supplement as it is made automatically - if you were eligible for the December payment, you should have received a letter telling you so.
