Caselaw summaries

Universal credit (UC) - ‘substantial risk’ – need to be accompanied – whether third-party support actually available – risk travelling to and from and attending the job centre

Universal credit (UC) - late paid wages – earnings in assessment period in which they are received – returned deposit is not earning

Less favourable decision – warning to claimant and adjournment – breach of natural justice

Tax credits – loss of entitlement on death of partner in a joint claim

New evidence presented to Upper Tribunal – admissibility and whether can demonstrate error of law

Person subject to immigration control – exemption from exclusion from entitlement to non-means-tested benefits

Appeals against supersession – safeguards for claimants – DLA following change of circumstance

Right to reside – street musician/busker not ‘self-employed’ for right to reside purposes

Mobility – ability to plan and follow the route of a journey

Universal credit childcare costs – proof of payment requirement unlawful