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In full: The Herald's open letter to John Swinney on Scottish Child Payment

In full: The Herald's open letter to John Swinney on Scottish Child Payment

The Herald, alongside 23 charities, is calling for John Swinney to increase the Scottish Child Payment to £40 per week. Here is the open letter in full.

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