Three million people across Scotland are now using mygovscot myaccount - the simple and secure sign-in service for online public services in Scotland.
Launched by the Improvement Service in 2014, mygovscot myaccount allows people living in Scotland to create a single online account that can be used across multiple organisations. It provides access to a growing range of digital public services, including:
- paying council tax
- requesting a parking permit
- paying for school meals
- applying for benefits
- applying for a National Entitlement Card
The platform is now being used by more 60% of the eligible population in Scotland, a significant increase from 19,000 accounts at the end of 2014.
Andrew Campbell, Head of Digital Public Services at the Improvement Service, said:
“Over three million people across Scotland now use mygovscot myaccount – an incredible achievement and a clear testament to the value it brings to the people of Scotland.
“With no signs of slowing down and many exciting developments in the pipeline, this milestone demonstrates a strong foundation for sustained growth and ongoing innovation.
“I look forward to seeing its continued evolution and to playing a part in helping make this happen.”
mygovscot myaccount also provides authentication and identity verification for online National Entitlement Card applications through getyournec.scot and supports other platforms such as parentsportal.scot, visitorlevy.scot, tellmescotland.gov.uk – Scotland’s portal to discover and set alerts for public notices – and Young Scot cards.
If you want to find out more about mygovscot myaccount and how it can support your organisation, please contact digitalpublicservices@improvementservice.org.uk