Child Disability Payment Scotland - What is Child Disability Payment Scotland?
Child Disability Payment is a Scottish benefit for children with disabilities.
- Last reviewed 03 November 2026
What is Child Disability Payment Scotland?
Child Disability Payment is a benefit for children with disabilities in Scotland.
It replaced Disability Living Allowance for children in Scotland.
If your child is already getting Disability Living Allowance, you won't need to reapply. However, your child's claim will be transferred to a claim for Child Disability Payment.
Administered by: Government department in Scotland that is responsible for Scottish benefits See full definition
Type of benefit: Benefits you can get no matter what your income and savings are. See full definition
Taxable: No
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