new Scottish Child Paym ent benefit from its introduction in February to the end of June, 2021. Overall, the Scottish Government has paid out £17.6 million to families during that period through the £10 per week benefit which is unique to Scotland and has the potential to help around 133,000 children - averaged over this financial year, according to Scottish Fiscal Commission forecasts published last week.
The Scottish Child Payment supports low-income families with children aged under six and provides regular, additional financial support for those in receipt of qualifying benefits.
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