Overview
- Social Security Scotland has issued a new checklist for ADP, CDP and PADP applications and is urging claimants to provide detailed information and evidence.
- People can apply online, by phone, by post or in person, with free independent advocacy and help collecting supporting information available.
- An independent review of Adult Disability Payment made more than 50 recommendations, and the government is acting on process, trauma‑informed practice and staff training while deferring eligibility and entitlement decisions.
- ADP is tax‑free and can pay up to £749.80 every four weeks when both daily living and mobility components are awarded at the enhanced rate.
- Pension Age Disability Payment now supports 135,510 people in Scotland, including 118,085 transfers and 17,425 new claims, with new applications decided in an average of eight working days and a fast‑track route for terminal illness.