The Committee understands that Social Security Scotland is working closely with the DWP to ensure impacted clients receive the payment as soon as possible, with payments being made from 9 October 2024. As such, the Committee is seeking urgently the Secretary of State’s assurance that the current issues have been resolved and that there will be no impact on clients eligible for the 2024-25 Winter Heating Payment in terms of the data needed by Social Security Scotland from DWP to make this year’s payments.