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October 13, 2025
Figures show almost 10,000 locals are benefitting from adult disability payment
Greenock and Inverclyde MSP Stuart McMillan has praised the Scottish Government after new figures showed almost 10,000 adults have benefited locally from the adult disability payment.
**Greenock and Inverclyde See Positive Impact as Adult Disability Payment Reaches Thousands**
Almost 10,000 adults in the Greenock and Inverclyde area are receiving vital support through the Scottish Government's Adult Disability Payment (ADP), according to newly released figures. The ADP, designed to assist individuals living with disabilities, has been hailed as a significant benefit to the local community by Greenock and Inverclyde MSP Stuart McMillan.
The Adult Disability Payment replaces the UK Government's Personal Independence Payment (PIP) for eligible individuals in Scotland. It aims to provide financial assistance to help with the extra costs associated with long-term illness or disability. The payment is intended to enable recipients to live more independent lives and participate more fully in their communities.
MSP Stuart McMillan expressed his satisfaction with the widespread impact of the ADP in Greenock and Inverclyde. He emphasized the importance of providing adequate support for disabled individuals and recognized the positive difference the payments are making to the lives of nearly 10,000 locals.
“These figures demonstrate the real difference the Adult Disability Payment is making to people’s lives here in Greenock and Inverclyde,” McMillan stated. “It’s crucial that we continue to provide robust support for disabled adults, ensuring they can live with dignity and independence.”
The ADP is intended to be a more user-friendly and accessible benefit than its predecessor. The application process has been streamlined, and emphasis is placed on treating applicants with respect and understanding. The Scottish Government has committed to providing ongoing support to ensure that those who are eligible for the ADP receive the assistance they need.
The significant number of recipients in Greenock and Inverclyde highlights the prevalence of disability within the community and underscores the need for continued investment in social security programs. The ADP plays a crucial role in alleviating financial hardship and promoting inclusion for disabled individuals, allowing them to actively engage in work, education, and social activities. The success of the ADP in Greenock and Inverclyde serves as a positive example of how targeted support can empower individuals and strengthen communities.
Almost 10,000 adults in the Greenock and Inverclyde area are receiving vital support through the Scottish Government's Adult Disability Payment (ADP), according to newly released figures. The ADP, designed to assist individuals living with disabilities, has been hailed as a significant benefit to the local community by Greenock and Inverclyde MSP Stuart McMillan.
The Adult Disability Payment replaces the UK Government's Personal Independence Payment (PIP) for eligible individuals in Scotland. It aims to provide financial assistance to help with the extra costs associated with long-term illness or disability. The payment is intended to enable recipients to live more independent lives and participate more fully in their communities.
MSP Stuart McMillan expressed his satisfaction with the widespread impact of the ADP in Greenock and Inverclyde. He emphasized the importance of providing adequate support for disabled individuals and recognized the positive difference the payments are making to the lives of nearly 10,000 locals.
“These figures demonstrate the real difference the Adult Disability Payment is making to people’s lives here in Greenock and Inverclyde,” McMillan stated. “It’s crucial that we continue to provide robust support for disabled adults, ensuring they can live with dignity and independence.”
The ADP is intended to be a more user-friendly and accessible benefit than its predecessor. The application process has been streamlined, and emphasis is placed on treating applicants with respect and understanding. The Scottish Government has committed to providing ongoing support to ensure that those who are eligible for the ADP receive the assistance they need.
The significant number of recipients in Greenock and Inverclyde highlights the prevalence of disability within the community and underscores the need for continued investment in social security programs. The ADP plays a crucial role in alleviating financial hardship and promoting inclusion for disabled individuals, allowing them to actively engage in work, education, and social activities. The success of the ADP in Greenock and Inverclyde serves as a positive example of how targeted support can empower individuals and strengthen communities.
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