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<p>We continue to work closely with the Scottish Government on the transfer of welfare
powers covered by the Scotland Act 2016. The Joint Ministerial Working Group on Welfare
was set up to oversee the devolution of social security powers and meets regularly
to discuss progress and resolve issues. The group is attended by ministers from both
Governments and includes the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, the Secretary
of State for Scotland and the Cabinet Secretary for Communities, Social Security and
Equalities. The next meeting is due to take place on 14 June.</p><p> </p><p>The establishment
of the Social Security Agency is a matter for the Scottish Government.</p>
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