Managing Child Disability Payments on behalf of children

Child Disability Payment is the child’s benefit, but an adult must act on the child’s behalf until they reach 16.

Social Security Scotland have guidance available on the process of managing assistance on behalf of a child. This includes how to ensure Child Disability Payment is paid to someone who uses the money in the child’s best interests.

You can access the Child Disability Payment decision making guide here.

Our Family Support Team are also here to support you with any queries or questions regarding applying for CDP or managing payments on behalf of your child.