'Backdating' and managed migration to UC
Simon Osborne considers to what extent the rules on ‘backdating’ universal credit (UC) can apply to the process of managed migration to UC.
Simon Osborne considers to what extent the rules on ‘backdating’ universal credit (UC) can apply to the process of managed migration to UC.
A new benefit, called carer support payment, launched in parts of Scotland on 20 November 2023.1The Carer’s Assistance (Carer Support Payment) (Scotland) Regulations 2023 No.302 (‘CSP Regs’) 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).
Mark Willis examines official research and analysis on managed migration to universal credit (UC).
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.
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.
A recent decision from the Upper Tribunal highlights (and further clarifies) when a ‘closed-period’ supersession should apply. Martin Williams takes a look.
Benefits for Students in Scotland Handbook 2023/24, Part 1: Benefits and tax credits, Chapter 6: Housing benefit
Benefits for Students in Scotland Handbook 2023/24, Part 1: Benefits and tax credits, Chapter 7: Income support
Benefits for Students in Scotland Handbook 2023/24, Part 1: Benefits and tax credits, Chapter 8: Jobseeker's allowance
Benefits for Students in Scotland Handbook 2023/24, Part 1: Benefits and tax credits, Chapter 9: Maternity, paternity and other parental benefits