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Social Security Programme 2017-2026: Delivery Report
This delivery report outlines work carried out by the Scottish Government’s 2017-2026 Social Security Programme to build Scotland’s new devolved benefits system
Key Dates
January 2017
Social Security Programme established
April 2017
Business case presenting proposed option to set up a new social security agency for Scotland is approved
September 2018
Social Security Scotland opens its doors to the public and our first benefit, Carers Allowance Supplement, is launched
February 2021
Scottish Child Payment launched
March 2022
Adult Disability Payment launched
November 2023
Carer Support Payment launched
December 2025
Case Transfer from DWP to Social Security Scotland completed on schedule
March 2026
Social Security Programme closes following successful delivery of 18 benefits