Funeral Expense Assistance regulations: consultation analysis

Independent analysis of responses to consultation on draft regulations to implement Funeral Expense Assistance (FEA) in Scotland by summer 2019.


Footnotes

1. Many delegates had English as their second language, and the other languages of the individuals in attendance included Chinese, Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi, Bengali, and Gujarati. Individuals were assigned to one of 11 tables according to their language requirements and a Scottish Government official captured the discussions, using a translator when required.

2. For Question 3, equal numbers of respondents provided positive and negative responses

3. Although not specifically covered by the consultation, one organisation noted the intention to set out at a later date relevant processes/requirements for valid applications, and suggested that further consultation on this matter be undertaken once proposals have been developed.

Contact

Email: funeralpoverty@gov.scot

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