PARENTS across Inverclyde could be eligible for extra payments over the October school holiday to cover the cost of meals for youngsters.
National advice agency Advice Direct Scotland is urging households to check if they could qualify for support while pupils are at home during the break next week.
Over school holiday periods, the Scottish Government provides funding for children whose parents are in receipt of certain benefits.
Households normally eligible for free school meals during term-time should automatically receive payments of £2.50 per day, per child during the holiday.
Those who have not yet applied for free school meals, or who have recently started claiming benefits due to a change in circumstances, are being urged to take action.
Applications can be made via Inverclyde Council, or online at mygov.scot
For more information call 0808 800 9060 or visit www.advice.scot
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