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Recent Comments

  • J Moxon-Steele on Mandelson scandal: ‘Absolutely furious’ Starmer set to face MPs
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  • Steve Jones on Letter: It’s time for politicians to hear deaf people
  • davepickering on Art For Grown Ups exhibition at North Edinburgh Arts opens today
  • Ms. Cait Ni Cadlaig on Art For Grown Ups exhibition at North Edinburgh Arts opens today

Tag: Disability Assistance

Disability benefits applications to be made easier

Disability benefits applications to be made easier

Disabled people will have more choice in how they apply for benefits when the Scottish Government takes responsibility for Disability Assistance next year.  Continue reading Disability benefits applications to be made easier

Posted on 15/08/201915/08/2019Author davepickeringCategories North Edinburgh NewsTags benefits, Disability Assistance, online applications, Scottish Government, Social Security Scotland, welfare
Consultation: Building a fairer Disability Benefits assistance

Consultation: Building a fairer Disability Benefits assistance

Social Security Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville has asked for views as she launched a consultation on delivering fairer Disability Assistance benefits. Continue reading Consultation: Building a fairer Disability Benefits assistance

Posted on 06/03/201905/03/2019Author davepickeringCategories North Edinburgh NewsTags benefits system, Disability Assistance, Scottish Government, Social Security Scotland
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