MORE than £7.25m in Funeral Support Payments have been made in Glasgow, according to the latest figures. 

The Scottish Government's Funeral Support Payment is available to people who get Universal Credit, tax credits and certain benefits and are responsible for paying for a funeral. 

So far, 4205 payments have been made in Glasgow, which can be used towards burial or cremation costs, and other expenses like funeral director's fees, a coffin or flowers. 

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The average payment in the 2022/23 financial year was £1835.

Anyone who thinks they could be eligible for the payment is being urged to apply. 

People can apply for support up to six months after the date of the funeral. 

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Ben Macpherson, Minister for Social Security, said: "When low-income families are struggling to deal with a bereavement, the last thing they need, particularly during this cost of living crisis, is to face the added worry of paying for the costs of a funeral.

"The Scottish Government's Funeral Support Payment can give eligible people the financial support they need during a difficult time in their lives.

"I would urge anyone who thinks they could be eligible to apply, and to remember that people can apply up to six months after the funeral of their family member, friend or loved one."

You can apply by calling Social Security Scotland's specially trained bereavement team on 0800 182 2222 or online HERE.