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Prisoners and benefits
Most social security benefits are affected if you are in prison. This factsheet outlines the main issues that come up if you are remanded in custody or if you are serving a prison sentence.
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Scottish Welfare Fund
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Guidance on the Scottish welfare fund
31 March 2017
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