MSP Richard Lochhead urges Moray 16 to 24-year-olds to apply for one-off Job Start Payment
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YOUNG people in Moray are being urged to apply for the Job Start Payment if they are starting a new job after a period of unemployment.
The Job Start Payment is available to 16 to 24-year-olds who have been on certain benefits for six months or more. Eligible young people can apply for the one-off payment worth £252.50, or £404 if they have children.
The payment will help with the costs of starting a job including travel, new clothes or childcare.
Richard Lochhead, SNP MSP for Moray, said: "The pandemic has been particularly difficult for young people in Moray and the Job Start Payment is a fantastic source of support for young people to ensure they can get off to a good start in a new job.
"Starting a new job can be very expensive for young people when you take into consideration the costs of travel, buying clothes and other costs associated with a new job.
"I would encourage all young people who have been unemployed for a long period of time and are starting a new job or have recently started one to apply for this support."
People can apply for the payment for up to three months after their start date.
Social Justice Secretary Shona Robison said: "We want to give our young people all the support they need when they start work, including making sure the costs associated with taking up a job don’t get in the way. We know lockdown has impacted job opportunities for many young people and getting money to those who need it is our priority."
People can find out more and apply through mygov.scot or by calling 0800 182 2222.
