National Insurance number
The National Insurance number is used as a reference number in the Pay As You Earn system, and also by the self-employed. It is also used in applications for Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs), to check that an individual has opened only one ISA in a tax year.
Social Security Scotland
Social Security Scotland is expected to be responsible for the provision of 10 social security payments which includes 3 additional social security payments of specific welfare areas by 2021. They are being implemented on a rolling basis to ensure continuity and a smooth transition. When fully implemented, these payments will include:Social Security Scotland will operate from two large bases in Dundee and Glasgow, alongside operations at a local level.