NATALIE DON MSP ENCOURAGES PEOPLE ACROSS RENFREWSHIRE NORTH & WEST TO APPLY FOR SUPPORT
Natalie Don MSP has welcomed the latest figures which show a record number of young carers have received support from the Scottish Government, with over 3,700 receiving a Young Carer Grant in the last year.
Since the payment was launched in 2019, over 12,000 payments totalling £4 million have been made, and since March 2023 almost 1.4m has been paid - almost 60% more than the year before.
The £380 grant is only available in Scotland to those aged 16 - 18 who spends at least 16 hours a week on average caring for someone who gets a qualifying disability benefit.
Record Number of Young Carers supported under SNP Government
Natalie Don MSP encourages people across Renfrewshire North & West to apply for support.
Commenting, SNP MSP for Renfrewshire North & West said:
“This SNP Scottish Government is transforming more lives than ever before across Renfrewshire North & West, and will continue to do all it can as we work towards the First Minister’s goal of eradicating child poverty.
“With a social security system built on the principles of dignity, fairness and respect, we can make a real difference – alleviating hardship and supporting those who sacrifice so much to care for their loved ones.
“I am glad this support – which is unique to Scotland – is available to young carers across Renfrewshire North & West, and I would encourage anyone who is not receiving this payment to check if they’re eligible.”
