Moray MSP hails £250k given to help local kids
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A total of 1430 families in Moray have benefited from the introduction of the Scottish Child Payment in February.
The latest figures, which come from the end of June, show £250,030 has been paid out locally by the Scottish Government, with eligible families getting £10 a week.
Moray's MSP Richard Lochhead said: "The Scottish Child Payment has been described by charities as 'game-changing', and we are seeing that difference across Scotland.
"Not only is the Scottish Child Payment giving low-income families extra support, but coupled with other payments such as the Best Start Grant and Best Start Foods, eligible families could receive up to £5200 extra by the time their child turns six.
"I would urge any families in Moray who have not yet applied to do so.
"In Scotland, we are building a social security system built on fairness, dignity and respect.
"Contrast that with the system at Westminster where the Tories are planning on cutting Universal Credit at a time when vulnerable families need it most."
