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Welfare Update

13 January 2020

Proposing MP
Will Quince Con
Colchester
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Work and Pensions
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the increase in Local Housing Allowance (LHA) rates for those receiving housing support in the Private Rented Sector.

Action Requested

From April 2020, LHA rates will be increased in line with CPI, ending a previous freeze. Rent Officers Orders and corresponding provision for Northern Ireland will be laid in the House later that day. An additional £40 million in Discretionary Housing Payments for 2020/21 is also announced.

Key Facts

  • LHA rates to increase in line with CPI from April 2020.
  • Rent Officers Orders and corresponding provision for Northern Ireland will be laid later that day.
  • Additional £40 million in Discretionary Housing Payments for 2020/21 announced.
  • Average monthly benefit increase of around £10 per month for people in receipt of housing support.
  • Government spends around £95 billion a year on working age benefits, including £23 billion for housing costs.
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