Caselaw summaries

Jobseeker's allowance (JSA) - backdating of JSA claim - incorrect information by an officer of the DWP (regulation 19(5)(d) Social Security (Claims and Payments) Regulations 1987)

Disability living allowance (DLA) - high rate mobility component - severe mental impairment

Employment and support allowance (ESA) - substantial risk – assessment of risk does not involve assessment of employer duties under Equality Act 2010 to make reasonable adjustments

Employment and support allowance (ESA) - limited capability for work-related activity – substantial risk exceptional circumstance – evidence required for decision-making: limited capability for work-related activity – substantial risk exceptional circumstance – evidence required for decision-making

Child benefit (CHB) - right to reside test - not unlawful for child benefit

Income support (IS) - right to reside - primary carer of child in education - self-employed worker

Housing benefit (HB) - date on which entitlement is to commence – new tenancy

State penstion (SP) - retirement pension – male to female transsexual and effect of Gender Recognition Act 2004 – refusal of pension at age 60

Council tax reduction scheme – two years’ residence requirement – unlawful

Employment and support allowance (ESA) - work capability assessment – coping with social engagement – nature of test