People aged between 16 and 24 living in Scotland may be eligible for a one-off payment of £267.65 or £428.25.
Social Security Scotland is encouraging young people who are starting a new job to claim a unique cash boost which could help with additional costs. Eligible 16-24 year olds who are already receiving certain other benefits or Tax Credits can apply for Job Start Payment - a one-off payment worth £267.65, or £428.25 if the applicant is the main carer of children.
He continued: “The payment is designed to support young people with the costs of starting a job by relieving financial pressures, as they wait for their first pay cheque.” Top Money Stories Today Qualifying benefits You need to have got one of these benefits for at least six months on the date you got the job offer:
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