Source · Select Committees · Scottish Affairs Committee
Recommendation 72
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The Child Disability Payment171 will be replacing the Disability Living Allowance (DLA) (Child)172 benefit.
Conclusion
The Child Disability Payment171 will be replacing the Disability Living Allowance (DLA) (Child)172 benefit. People who are eligible will be between three months and 18 years of age and have: • lived with a disability for at least three months and who can expect to continue to have this disability for at least six months - unless they are regarded as terminally ill.173 • qualifying children aged three months or over will be entitled to a payment for their care. Children over three years old can also get a payment to help with their mobility needs.174