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Scottish Child Payment Exceeds £1.3 Billion Milestone
25 Nov
Summary
- Over £1.3 billion has been paid out via the Scottish Child Payment.
- More than 8.6 million payments reached 241,055 individuals.
- The benefit aids 322,230 children, with key support in Glasgow.
The Scottish Child Payment has achieved a significant milestone, disbursing over £1.3 billion to low-income families. As of September 30, 2025, Social Security Scotland has issued more than 8.6 million payments, benefiting 241,055 individuals and actively supporting 322,230 children. Areas like Glasgow City, North Lanarkshire, and Fife have received substantial financial assistance through this initiative.
Introduced in February 2021, the benefit provides £26.70 weekly per eligible child. During the 2025-26 period alone, £231 million has been distributed. Social Justice Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville highlighted the "positive impact" of the payment, noting its role in helping parents with essential child-raising costs and contributing to lower child poverty rates in Scotland compared to the rest of the UK.
Despite the success, Ms. Somerville stressed that child poverty eradication is the Scottish Government's primary mission and a national priority. She acknowledged that "one child in poverty is one too many" and reaffirmed the government's commitment to supporting families. The Scottish Child Payment remains central to this mission, with these figures underscoring its vital importance to communities nationwide.
