Welfare policy in Scotland

Scottish Affairs Committee Closed Inquiry
Opened: 14 Oct 2020 Closed: 17 Feb 2022 Parliament page
The inquiry will examine the effect of welfare policies on the lives of claimants and poverty and inequality levels more broadly in Scotland. It will: assess the effectiveness of Scottish Choices which provide a unique degree of flexibility for those on Universal Credit in Scotland explore the consequences of Universal … Read more
37 Recommendations
111 Conclusions
1 Report
6 Oral sessions
5 Letters
9 Events
Activity timeline 16 events
7 Feb
2022
Correspondence
19 Nov
2021
Report published
23 Jun
2021
Report published
17 Jun
2021
Oral evidence
13 May
2021
Correspondence
13 May
2021
Correspondence
21 Apr
2021
Formal meeting (private meeting) · Virtual meeting
25 Mar
2021
Correspondence
25 Mar
2021
Correspondence
18 Mar
2021
Oral evidence
11 Mar
2021
Oral evidence
11 Feb
2021
Oral evidence
Oral evidence sessions 6 sessions
17 Jun 2021
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Bless Kuri · Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks Claire Mack · Scottish Renewables Lucy Whitford · RES Matthieu Hue · EDF Renewables Steven McMahon · Ofgem
18 Mar 2021
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Andrew Latto · Department for Work & Pensions Justin Tomlinson · Department for Work & Pensions Margarita Morrison · Department for Work & Pensions Will Quince · Department for Work & Pensions
11 Mar 2021
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Callum Smith · Scottish Government Catherine Reeves · Scottish Government Shirley-Anne Somerville MSP · Scottish Government
11 Feb 2021
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Councillor Richard Bell · Glasgow City Council Polly Jones · The Trussell Trust Suzanne Lavelle · Southside Housing Association
21 Jan 2021
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Kirsty McKechnie · Child Poverty Action Group Scotland Marion Davis · One Parent Families Scotland Nina Ballantyne · Citizens Advice Scotland
16 Dec 2020
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Chris Birt · Joseph Rowntree Foundation David Eiser · Fraser of Allander Institute Neil Cowan · The Poverty Alliance Professor Gráinne McKeever · Ulster University Professor John McKendrick · Glasgow Caledonian University Professor Paul Spicker · Robert Gordon University
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Second Report - Welfare policy in Scotland HC 55 23 Jun 2021 148 Responded
Recommendations & Conclusions
40 results
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3 Conclusion Accepted
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We note that while intergovernmental relations on the devolution of welfare appear to be working...
We note that while intergovernmental relations on the devolution of welfare appear to be working well, the evidence received by the Committee highlights that there are operational issues around data sharing that need to be resolved to the satisfaction of … Read more
Government Response
The government states it fully considers all data sharing requests, has established a dedicated Scottish Devolution Data Sharing Board, and works with the Scottish Government through a regular Chief Data Officers' forum to address data sharing processes.
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6 Recommendation Accepted
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We recommend that that both governments take the opportunity to publicly restate their priorities for...
We recommend that that both governments take the opportunity to publicly restate their priorities for joint working and joint delivery of social security to those who rely on it in Scotland. This could be done via a Ministerial statement or … Read more
Government Response
The government states its commitment to safe transfer of powers and highlights existing forums like the Joint Ministerial Working Group on Welfare, whose minutes are published, as demonstrating a collaborative approach, but does not commit to a new Ministerial statement or joint policy document.
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7 Recommendation Accepted
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We recommend that the DWP should prioritise delivering the six to 16-year-old data required by...
We recommend that the DWP should prioritise delivering the six to 16-year-old data required by the Scottish Government, or work with the Scottish Government to find an alternative type of data, so that the Scottish Government are able to roll … Read more
Government Response
DWP states it already considers all data sharing requests, has a dedicated board and forum with the Scottish Government, and has informed them what data it can share and directed them to other data sources, implying the Scottish Government should also build its own datasets.
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9 Recommendation Accepted
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We understand that the devolution of benefits has left a ‘tricky’ landscape of Scottish social...
We understand that the devolution of benefits has left a ‘tricky’ landscape of Scottish social security. There should be an improvement of communications to claimants on what measures are available to them and a review of how Jobcentres work in … Read more
Government Response
The government outlined several existing initiatives to improve communication and signposting, including a Work Coach toolkit and links between UK and Scottish government websites, and noted a new Operational Reference Group established to continuously improve the benefit experience.
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16 Recommendation Accepted
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We recommend that there should be an increase in resources and support for claimants who...
We recommend that there should be an increase in resources and support for claimants who struggle or cannot make a claim online—for example telephone and or video call appointments. The DWP should provide more financial resources for the Help to … Read more
Government Response
The government rejects the recommendation for an increase in resources, stating that existing support, including a Freephone helpline, open Jobcentres, and continued funding for Citizens Advice Scotland's Help to Claim service until March 2022, is sufficient.
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22 Conclusion Accepted
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We note criticism levied about sanctions in the Universal Credit system, and we are particularly...
We note criticism levied about sanctions in the Universal Credit system, and we are particularly concerned that sanctions do not foster a positive atmosphere for people when they are receiving Universal Credit and looking for a job. Despite this, we … Read more
Government Response
The government describes existing procedures for work coaches to ensure reasonable commitments, the consideration of 'good reason' before sanctioning, and avenues for appeal and hardship payments, implying these measures address concerns.
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24 Conclusion Accepted
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We see Universal Credit Scottish Choices as positive and flexible options to the people of...
We see Universal Credit Scottish Choices as positive and flexible options to the people of Scotland, but the policy has been let down by a lack of communication by the Scottish Government and the DWP and Jobcentre Plus network in … Read more
Government Response
The government describes its current communication methods for Scottish Choices, including journal invitations and support from Citizens Advice Scotland, while explaining why initial online advertising is not aligned with policy.
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40 Conclusion Accepted
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In their written evidence to the Committee the DWP talk of examples of the work...
In their written evidence to the Committee the DWP talk of examples of the work that has already been done with regards to data transfer to help to support the devolution of welfare to the Scottish Government. • DWP supplies … Read more
Government Response
The DWP states it already fully considers all data sharing requests, has established a dedicated Scottish Devolution Data Sharing Board and a regular forum with the Scottish Government, and shared its Data Sharing Policy Statement to ensure consistent processing.
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41 Conclusion Accepted
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Andrew Latto, Deputy Director, Devolution, Pensioner Benefits and Carer’s Allowance Policy Group at the DWP...
Andrew Latto, Deputy Director, Devolution, Pensioner Benefits and Carer’s Allowance Policy Group at the DWP told us told us that there are existing processes in place through which the DWP process data requests based on whether it exists, whether they … Read more
Government Response
The government reiterates that DWP fully considers and responds to data sharing requests from the Scottish Government through an established Devolution Data Sharing Board and regular forums, ensuring compliance with legal and data protection obligations.
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42 Conclusion Accepted
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The Minister for Disabled People, Health and Work, Justin Tomlinson MP, highlighted that effective data...
The Minister for Disabled People, Health and Work, Justin Tomlinson MP, highlighted that effective data sharing and intergovernmental relations ensured the successful roll-out of the Scottish Child Payment for younger children aged under six years old. He said that in … Read more
Government Response
The DWP states it fully considers all data sharing requests, has established a dedicated Data Sharing Board and a regular forum with the Scottish Government, and shared its Data Sharing Policy Statement to ensure consistency and legal compliance for all requests.
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45 Conclusion Accepted
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They went on to explain that the UK Government ‘do not offer maternity grant in...
They went on to explain that the UK Government ‘do not offer maternity grant in the case of older children’113 and so the data required ‘does not necessarily exist’114 for a direct data transfer to the Scottish Government in the … Read more
Government Response
The government explains that DWP has established processes and a dedicated Devolution Data Sharing Board to fully consider and respond to all data sharing requests from the Scottish Government, ensuring legal compliance and claimant rights.
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46 Conclusion Accepted
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The DWP concluded on this point that they understand that the Scottish Government is working...
The DWP concluded on this point that they understand that the Scottish Government is working with ‘very good intentions’116 to try to deliver supportive welfare policies to people in Scotland but the UK Government ‘worry that things are announced before … Read more
Government Response
The DWP states it fully considers all data sharing requests from the Scottish Government through a dedicated Data Sharing Board, a regular forum, and a Data Sharing Policy Statement, ensuring consistency and legal compliance for all requests.
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47 Recommendation Accepted
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A related issue raised by the DWP was whether the data they collect from clients...
A related issue raised by the DWP was whether the data they collect from clients involves a consent process that limits their ability to transfer to other agencies, such as the Scottish Government. In our evidence session with the DWP, … Read more
Government Response
The government states that DWP already fully considers and responds to all data sharing requests, has a dedicated Scottish Devolution Data Sharing Board, and works with the Scottish Government through established forums and policies to manage data sharing efficiently and legally.
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48 Conclusion Accepted
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We heard that some existing processes were in place for sharing data such as in...
We heard that some existing processes were in place for sharing data such as in the instance of suspected cases of domestic or financial abuse. Margarita Morrison, Area Director, Work and Health Services Scotland at the DWP stated that the … Read more
Government Response
The DWP states it fully considers and responds to all data sharing requests from the Scottish Government through a dedicated Data Sharing Board, a regular Chief Data Officer forum, and a Data Sharing Policy Statement, ensuring consistency and legal compliance for all requests.
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50 Recommendation Accepted
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We note that while intergovernmental relations on the devolution of welfare appear to be working...
We note that while intergovernmental relations on the devolution of welfare appear to be working well, the evidence received by the Committee highlights that there are operational issues around data sharing that need to be resolved to the satisfaction of … Read more
Government Response
The government states DWP already fully considers and responds to data sharing requests through a dedicated board and regular forums, ensuring claimant rights and data quality. It also clarifies that the Scottish Government should establish data availability before policy design and build its own datasets for data DWP does not hold.
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53 Recommendation Accepted
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We recommend that that both governments take the opportunity to publicly restate their priorities for...
We recommend that that both governments take the opportunity to publicly restate their priorities for joint working and joint delivery of social security to those who rely on it in Scotland. This could be done via a Ministerial statement or … Read more
Government Response
The government states its commitment to safe transfer of powers and highlights existing forums like the Joint Ministerial Working Group on Welfare, whose minutes are published, as demonstrating a collaborative approach, but does not commit to a new Ministerial statement or joint policy document.
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55 Recommendation Accepted
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We recommend that Social Security Scotland consider all mechanisms for acquiring their own data where...
We recommend that Social Security Scotland consider all mechanisms for acquiring their own data where possible if they are requesting data which DWP does not hold. DWP and Social Security Scotland should develop a shared protocol and agreement about data … Read more
Government Response
DWP stated it already has robust data sharing mechanisms in place, including a dedicated board and forum with the Scottish Government's Chief Data Officers. It advised the Scottish Government to establish data availability with DWP before finalising policy and noted that Social Security Scotland acquiring its own data is a matter for the Scottish Government.
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60 Conclusion Accepted
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Citizen’s Advice Scotland stated that to achieve a ‘no wrong door policy’ it would require:...
Citizen’s Advice Scotland stated that to achieve a ‘no wrong door policy’ it would require: efforts to ensure that people receive information about other benefits they might be entitled to that are delivered by a different agency–for instance if someone … Read more
Government Response
The government states that DWP and Social Security Scotland have recently established an Operational Reference Group to continuously improve the benefits experience for shared customers and review service delivery issues, addressing the need for better inter-agency collaboration.
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62 Conclusion Accepted
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We heard how these agencies adapted during covid-19 lockdowns; Glasgow Life, an arm’s length organisation...
We heard how these agencies adapted during covid-19 lockdowns; Glasgow Life, an arm’s length organisation who deliver Universal Credit support on behalf of Glasgow City Council, ‘set up a universal support service freephone helpline number’140 and Health and Social Care … Read more
Government Response
The government states that DWP and Social Security Scotland have recently established an Operational Reference Group to continuously improve the benefits experience for shared customers and review service delivery issues.
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63 Recommendation Accepted
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To successfully support people experiencing poverty many of these agencies require good collaborations and communications...
To successfully support people experiencing poverty many of these agencies require good collaborations and communications with the DWP and Social Security Scotland. Professor McKeever, Ulster University, emphasised the need for a ’better systemic approach’142 at the organisational level ‘of what … Read more
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The DWP and Social Security Scotland have established a regular Operational Reference Group to improve communications and continuously enhance the benefits experience for shared customers.
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73 Conclusion Accepted
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The Adult Disability Payment175 will be replacing the Personal Independence Payment (PIP).176 Those eligible for...
The Adult Disability Payment175 will be replacing the Personal Independence Payment (PIP).176 Those eligible for the payment are: • people who are age 16 to state pension age (which in 2021 will be 65); • people who have difficulties with … Read more
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The government confirms the rollout of the Child Disability Payment later this month and the Adult Disability Payment in 2022, which will replace the UK Government's PIP.
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86 Conclusion Accepted
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Throughout the inquiry we heard evidence that highlighted that the digital by default system, whilst...
Throughout the inquiry we heard evidence that highlighted that the digital by default system, whilst working for some claimants, was not a suitable way for many claimants in most need of social security payments to access Universal Credit in Scotland … Read more
Government Response
The government states existing resources are sufficient, highlighting the Freephone helpline, continued Jobcentre face-to-face support, Wi-Fi access, additional Work Coaches in Scotland, and continued funding for Citizens Advice Scotland's "Help to Claim" service which offers phone support and public access terminals for online claims.
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87 Conclusion Accepted
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Marion Davis of One Parent Families Scotland noted that there ‘are huge and significant problems...
Marion Davis of One Parent Families Scotland noted that there ‘are huge and significant problems around digital access for parents who do not have a PC or a tablet’.213 Nina Ballantyne at Citizens Advice Scotland agreed saying that ‘a lot … Read more
Government Response
The government stated that existing resources are sufficient, citing the Freephone helpline, open Jobcentres with Wi-Fi and computers, increased Work Coaches, and continued funding for Citizens Advice Scotland's 'Help to Claim' service, which provides phone support and public access terminals for digitally excluded claimants.
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88 Conclusion Accepted
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Furthermore, once a claimant does manage to access a device suitable for navigating the Universal...
Furthermore, once a claimant does manage to access a device suitable for navigating the Universal Credit system Scotland’s geography and rurality present further digital access issues. Nina Ballantyne of Citizens Advice Scotland highlighted that rural areas in Scotland make up … Read more
Government Response
The government asserts that existing resources are sufficient and outlines current provisions such as Freephone helplines, open Jobcentres with internet access, additional Work Coaches, and funding for Citizens Advice Scotland's Help to Claim service, including public access terminals.
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89 Conclusion Accepted
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On top of having a device and a good internet connection a claimant is also...
On top of having a device and a good internet connection a claimant is also expected to have the necessary IT skills to access the Universal Credit system. A digital-literacy barrier was highlighted in the evidence we heard. Neil Cowan … Read more
Government Response
The government states that existing resources are sufficient and details current support available, including a freephone helpline, Jobcentre face-to-face support, Wi-Fi and computers in Jobcentres, and continued funding for Citizens Advice Scotland's 'Help to Claim' service.
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90 Conclusion Accepted
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We have heard about support programmes designed for claimants who don’t have the confidence, or...
We have heard about support programmes designed for claimants who don’t have the confidence, or the skills required to make an application for and maintain their Universal Credit claim provided by local organisations who have stepped in to deliver what … Read more
Government Response
The government stated that its existing resources are sufficient to help claimants make and maintain their Universal Credit claims, citing the Freephone helpline, Jobcentres with Wi-Fi and computers, increased Work Coaches, and continued funding for Citizens Advice Scotland's 'Help to Claim' service.
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91 Conclusion Accepted
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In 2018 the DWP responded to previous concerns about access and support for Universal Credit...
In 2018 the DWP responded to previous concerns about access and support for Universal Credit applications by funding the ‘Help to Claim’ service. This is administered in Scotland on DWP’s behalf by Citizens Advice Scotland. The Minister for Welfare 218 … Read more
Government Response
The government asserted that existing resources are sufficient for both making and maintaining Universal Credit claims, citing the Freephone helpline, Jobcentres with Wi-Fi and computers, and Work Coaches. It also noted continued funding for Citizens Advice Scotland's 'Help to Claim' service for new applications.
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93 Recommendation Accepted
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We pay tribute to the DWP employees during this very difficult time in managing and...
We pay tribute to the DWP employees during this very difficult time in managing and handling the huge increase of people accessing welfare because of the covid-19 pandemic. The digital by default system has withstood the pressure placed on it … Read more
Government Response
The government claimed its existing resources and assistance, including the Freephone helpline, open Jobcentres, and funded "Help to Claim" service via Citizens Advice Scotland, are sufficient to support Universal Credit claimants.
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A work allowance is the amount that a claimant can earn before their Universal Credit...
A work allowance is the amount that a claimant can earn before their Universal Credit payment is affected. Once a claimant starts work their Universal Credit amount will gradually decrease as the claimant earns more money through their job. The … Read more
Government Response
The government explains the purpose and targeting of Universal Credit work allowances, confirming they are increased annually and reiterating that there are no plans to extend them to single adults.
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109 Conclusion Accepted
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DWP was keen to highlight its approach to tackling poverty in Scotland and around the...
DWP was keen to highlight its approach to tackling poverty in Scotland and around the UK. It argues that the welfare reforms carried out since 2010 have brought a ‘holistic approach to supporting individuals and households’283 with their ‘fundamental principle … Read more
Government Response
The government describes ongoing initiatives with the Scottish Government to ensure effective delivery of reserved and devolved benefits, including new Work Coach toolkits, online service cohesion, and an operational reference group.
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124 Conclusion Accepted
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Some of our contributors discussed the use of sanctions on claimants who fail to maintain...
Some of our contributors discussed the use of sanctions on claimants who fail to maintain their claimant commitment. A claimant commitment is an agreement between a claimant and the DWP. It is a record of the responsibilities (to prepare for … Read more
Government Response
The government states that Work Coaches ensure reasonable claimant commitments, DWP assesses good reason for non-compliance, and claimants can request explanations, seek reconsideration, appeal decisions, or apply for hardship payments.
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125 Conclusion Accepted
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Kirsty McKechnie of The Child Poverty Action Group highlighted that this policy caused a lot...
Kirsty McKechnie of The Child Poverty Action Group highlighted that this policy caused a lot of stress to claimants, since whether or not a claimant had met their claimant commitment was ‘very much at the work coach’s discretion. It depends … Read more
Government Response
The government reiterates existing processes for Work Coaches to ensure claimant commitments are reasonable, outlines how good reasons are considered for sanction decisions, and reminds claimants of their rights to appeal and apply for hardship payments.
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126 Conclusion Accepted
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There were also questions raised as to the effectiveness of sanctions in encouraging claimants to...
There were also questions raised as to the effectiveness of sanctions in encouraging claimants to find work. The Poverty Alliance said that ‘sanctions are both ineffective in their stated purpose of encouraging entry into employment and act only to exacerbate … Read more
Government Response
The government details existing procedures for Work Coaches to ensure reasonable claimant commitments, how sanction decisions are made with consideration for good reasons, and the available appeal and hardship payment processes.
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127 Conclusion Accepted
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We did not ask the DWP to comment on its sanctions policy as part of...
We did not ask the DWP to comment on its sanctions policy as part of this inquiry. However, we are aware that it has commented on this matter recently, in response to the House of Lords Economics Affairs Committee’s inquiry … Read more
Government Response
The DWP reiterates its existing policies and procedures for sanctions, stating Work Coaches ensure reasonable claimant commitments, claimants have rights to explanation and appeal, and can apply for hardship payments.
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128 Conclusion Accepted
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We note criticism levied about sanctions in the Universal Credit system, and we are particularly...
We note criticism levied about sanctions in the Universal Credit system, and we are particularly concerned that sanctions do not foster a positive atmosphere for people when they are receiving Universal Credit and looking for a job. Despite this, we … Read more
Government Response
The government details DWP's existing processes for managing sanctions, including ensuring reasonable claimant commitments, considering good reasons for non-compliance, claimant appeal rights, and the availability of hardship payments.
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131 Conclusion Accepted
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There are currently two Universal Credit Scottish Choices in operation: • Twice-monthly payments, whereby Universal...
There are currently two Universal Credit Scottish Choices in operation: • Twice-monthly payments, whereby Universal Credit is paid twice a month (may not necessarily be every two weeks) rather than monthly; and • Direct Payments, whereby claimants can opt for … Read more
Government Response
The government explains its existing process for informing claimants about Scottish Choices, including invitations via the Universal Credit journal and support through Citizens Advice Scotland, in line with the Scottish Government's policy of offering choices from the second assessment period.
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133 Conclusion Accepted
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We heard in our inquiry that Universal Credit Scottish Choices is a positive feature for...
We heard in our inquiry that Universal Credit Scottish Choices is a positive feature for people who claim it in Scotland. Neil Cowan from The Poverty Alliance highlighted that ‘anything that makes Universal Credit more responsive to people’s needs and … Read more
Government Response
The response details the Scottish Government's current policy to offer Scottish Choices in the second assessment period, outlining their interaction with DWP Alternative Payment Arrangements and how they operate.
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136 Conclusion Accepted
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We heard that not enough claimants know about the Choices and that this has meant...
We heard that not enough claimants know about the Choices and that this has meant that their uptake is lower than what it could be. Neil Cowan from The Poverty Alliance mentioned in evidence that their research showed that claimants … Read more
Government Response
The government states it sends invitations via the Universal Credit journal and relies on Citizens Advice Scotland to inform claimants about Scottish Choices, defending its current approach to awareness despite findings of low uptake.
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139 Conclusion Accepted
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This point was illustrated further by Kirsty McKechnie of the Child Poverty Action Group.
This point was illustrated further by Kirsty McKechnie of the Child Poverty Action Group. They argued that the initial five-week wait for a first payment would put claimants off opting for the twice-monthly choice as it would leave claimants with … Read more
Government Response
The government explains its current policy of offering Scottish Choices in the second assessment period to allow for consideration of DWP Alternative Payment Arrangements, without committing to changes to address the identified barrier of the five-week wait.
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140 Conclusion Accepted
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The Scottish Federation of Housing Associations also highlights that the policy choice of building in...
The Scottish Federation of Housing Associations also highlights that the policy choice of building in this wait time for Scottish Choices does not align with other DWP policies: the rationale given by the DWP for the one month wait to … Read more
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The government explains its current policy of offering Scottish Choices in the second assessment period, allowing time to consider DWP Alternative Payment Arrangements to protect vulnerable individuals.
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Government Response AI assessment · 148 of 37 classified
Accepted 40
Accepted in Part 1
Acknowledged 33
Deferred 20
Not Addressed 27
Rejected 27
Total 37 recs + 111 conclusions
Correspondence 5 letters
7 Feb 2022 Correspondence with Chloe Smith MP, Minister for Disabled People, Health and Work, and David Rutley MP, Minister for Welfare Delivery, Department for Work and Pensions, on welfare policy in Scotland, dated 22 November 2021 and 27 January 2022
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13 May 2021 To committee Letter from the Minister for Disabled People, Health and Work, Justin Tomlinson MP, and the Minister for Welfare Delivery, Will Quince MP, Department for Work & Pensions, follow-up to oral evidence session on 18 March about welfare policy in Scotland, 22 April 2021
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13 May 2021 To committee Letter from the Chair to the Department for Work and Pensions Ministers, Will Quince MP and Justin Tomlinson MP, relating to the oral evidence session on 18 March about welfare policy in Scotland, 30 March 2021
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25 Mar 2021 To committee Letter from Shirley-Anne Somerville MSP, Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People, on a report the Scottish Government has published on the links between Universal Credit and homelessness in Scotland, 17 March 2021
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25 Mar 2021 To committee Letter from Shirley-Anne Somerville, Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People, on publication of the first evaluation of the Universal Credit (UC) Scottish choices, 5 March 2021
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