From today – 22 November, Child Disability Payment opens for new applications across Scotland.
If you have a disabled child aged under 16 (who is not already getting DLA) you will need to apply to Child Disability Payment from now on instead of Child DLA.
Those already receiving Disability Living Allowance for children do not need to make a new application as they will be contacted ahead of their award being automatically transferred. The transfer of all Child DLA awards to Child Disability Payment will happen between now and Spring 2023.
To find out more or to apply online: https://www.mygov.scot/child-disability-payment
You can also apply by telephone on 0800 182 2222 or use this number to ask for a paper form to be sent out or to book an appointment for face to face help from Social Security Scotland staff in completing the form.
