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The SNP Government is supporting 8,855 disabled people in Midlothian through the Adult Disability Payment, according to new figures from Social Security Scotland.
To date, 13,989,400 Adult Disability Payments have been made across Scotland, including 239,185 in Midlothian. A total of 504,710 people are receiving support this way, with a total of £120,353,830 paid out since launch. The Payment, distributed by Social Security Scotland, goes to those with a long-term disability or health condition that impacts their everyday life. It can amount to up to £114 a week. Colin Beattie MSP for Midlothian North said: “Adult Disability Payment is making a massive difference to thousands of people across Midlothian, providing vital security so they can live independent and fulfilled lives. “That is testament to the SNP Government’s compassionate and person-centred social security system – one that treats disabled people with the dignity they deserve, rather than a target for cuts. “While successive Westminster governments have cut support for disabled people, the SNP will always stand up for disabled people in Midlothian and protect this essential support. “I strongly urge everyone who thinks they could be eligible to check and ensure they get the support they are entitled to.” ENDS
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FINANCIAL INCOMPETENCE SHOWS YOU CAN'T TRUST LABOUR AHEAD OF COUNCIL ELECTIONS
The Labour Party’s disastrous PFI (Private Finance Initiative) and PPP (Public Private Partnership) schemes are expected to cost Midlothian residents £12.56m in 2026/27. PFI/PPP is a model of funding public projects where private businesses build public infrastructure like schools, hospitals and roads, and the public then pay a monthly charge to those businesses for the cost of the build and services. However – the scheme has caused significant problems in Scotland, as the public continue to pay for projects as private businesses make substantial profit - in some cases paying above the odds for subpar infrastructure. So far, the schemes have cost Midlothian £210.94m since being introduced – with an additional £128.60 m still to be paid off. The SNP scrapped the scheme after coming to power, replacing it with the Non-Profit Distribution model, which capped private profits at 5%. As Council’s across Scotland implement difficult decisions on Council Tax, local MSP Colin Beattie has highlighted the continued cost of the Labour PFI scheme to taxpayers. Commenting, local MSP Colin Beattie said: “We’ve known for quite some time now that PFI is costing the public a ridiculous amount of money – the actions of the Labour Party amount to an expected £12.56m in 2026/27, with £128.60m still to pay off. “That is why the SNP scrapped PFI after coming to power – but these contracts are still in place – costing the Scottish public over half a billion pounds this year alone. “We know that public finances are stretched as it is, with Council Tax rates in Midlothian set to rise due to the scandal that is PFI – that is the legacy of the Labour Party. "This just goes to show that whether it's in national or local government, you simply cannot trust Labour when it comes to public money." ENDS |
