A new benefit, called carer support payment, launched in parts of Scotland on 20 November 2023.1 This benefit replaces carer’s allowance in Scotland. Many of the rules are the same as carer’s allowance, but there are some differences. The new benefit will be rolled out gradually. Angela Toal explains.
Owen Stevens examines information provided by DWP in response to concerns expressed by advice organisations about the approach being taken to the calculation of the transitional element for claimants managed migrated to universal credit (UC).
Martin Williams considers the DWP’s operational guidance concerning making awards of universal credit to those with pre-settled status but without a qualifying right to reside.
Owen Stevens sets out the importance of the language welfare rights advisers use to describe our clients’ legal problems. The article describes some commonly misused language where greater accuracy would be helpful.
A recent decision from the Upper Tribunal highlights (and further clarifies) when a ‘closed-period’ supersession should apply. Martin Williams takes a look.
The Food Bank Income Maximisation project, a partnership between CPAG and the Trussell Trust, offers a dedicated advice line, training and resources for advisers working in food banks. As the project’s first anniversary approaches, Harriet Chaplin looks at some cases brought to our attention, highlighting common mistakes with the DWP’s decision-making and practice.
