Social Security in Scotland Consultation

Posted on September 16, 2016

Following their commitment in “A New Future for Social Security in Scotland”, the Scottish Government is seeking views of people across Scotland to determine how best to use the new social security powers, which will be devolved by the Scotland Act 2016.

The online consultation will allow people to share their thoughts on a number of different subjects, helping shape how the Scottish Government will use its soon-to-be devolved powers on Social Security.

The closing date for responses is Friday 28^th October.

For further information, or to participate in the consultation, visit the Scottish Government website.

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