Scottish parents are being reminded that they could be eligible for extra payments over the school holidays to cover the cost of meals for their children. National advice agency Advice Direct Scotland is urging households to check if they qualify for support before schools break up for the summer later this month.
Families in receipt of free school meals before the Easter holidays received a payment of around £30 per child. Over the summer, the payment will be around £75 per child.You can also get help if you receive: “We know that many Scots are finding things extremely difficult when it comes to their household finances due to the cost-of-living crisis, and will be worried about a range of holiday-related expenses.
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