Question reference: S5W-34949
- Asked by: Neil Findlay, MSP for Lothian, Scottish Labour
- Date lodged: 4 February 2021
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Current status: Answered by Maree Todd on 18 February 2021
Question
To ask the Scottish Government whether it will offer a one-off payment to foster carers to recognise their efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Answer
The Scottish Government recognises the extra efforts that foster carers and others are making to ensure vulnerable children and young people receive the care and support they need during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Although we have no plans to offer a one-off payment directly to foster carers, we have made funding available to local authorities to support those most affected by the pandemic in their local areas. The £100m Winter Plan Package announced on 30 November made £23.5m available to services for vulnerable children and young people, including through direct aid to social work.