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The latest figures from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) show that at the end of August last year, nearly 1.7 million people across Great Britain were receiving additional financial support through Attendance Allowance . The data also indicates that 150,000 people living in Scotland are now receiving either £73.90 or £110.40 each week through the non-means-tested benefit, following the annual uprating. ‌

As the benefit is usually paid every four weeks, this amounts to either £295.60 or £441.60 every pay period. The payment rates also apply to Pension Age Disability Payment (PADP). ‌

The devolved benefit has now replaced all new claims for Attendance Allowance north of the border and is delivered by Social Security Scotland. ‌

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