Social Security Benefits (Roll-out)

Part of the debate – in the Scottish Parliament at on 25 May 2022.

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Regarding the forthcoming roll-out of adult disability benefit in Glasgow, I am already hearing from my constituents, who are welcoming the “no requirement to reapply” feature. Does the Minister agree that, once the benefit has been set up, that feature will provide reassurance and dignity to people in receipt of the benefit?

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