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Families and individuals on a low income or income-related benefits may be able to get help from their local council. A record £99 million will be invested in Discretionary Housing Payments (DHPs) before the end of this financial year to help thousands of households struggling to afford housing costs. ‌

Earlier this month, Housing Secretary Màiri McAllan highlighted the payments as a ‘lifeline’ for thousands of families and individuals. Funded by the Scottish Government and paid out by local authorities, the DHP scheme is designed to provide financial support to low-income households, delivering vital action to reduce poverty, safeguard tenancies and prevent homelessness. ‌

In last month’s Housing Emergency Action Plan, the Housing Secretary allocated a fu

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