Carer’s Allowance is going to be replaced by a new benefit called Carer’s Assistance for people living in Scotland. This new benefit will be paid at a higher rate than Carer’s Allowance.
A Carer’s Allowance Supplement is being awarded to people living in Scotland and getting paid Carer’s Allowance as a short term measure until the new benefit is introduced. This takes the form of two lump sum payments each year; for 2024 they are £288.60. You will be eligible if you are living in Scotland and getting Carer’s Allowance on the qualifying date for each payment.
There is no need to claim this benefit. If you are eligible it will be paid to you automatically by Social Security Scotland into the same bank account as your Carer’s Allowance.