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Warning over online benefit claims move

PLANS to force people to apply for benefits online will mean huge challenges for the poorest people, Citizens Advice Scotland (CAS) has warned.

Its study found many of the most vulnerable in society struggle to access the internet or complete online forms.

It said people will be denied access to jobs and benefits unless there is a rethink of the plans.

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