🇬🇧 Andy Burnham
New Andy Burnham Housing Benefit rule change from Monday ignores earnings
What happened
New rules for Housing Benefit have been implemented, making it more generous to work by allowing claimants to keep more of their earnings. The change applies to around 300,000 people in supported housing and temporary accommodation. The new rules aim to incentivise work by making it more beneficial to earn more.
Why it matters
The change is significant for people who may have previously had to choose between working and receiving benefits, with some landlords discouraging residents from taking jobs to protect rental income. The new rules aim to help people keep more of their earnings and support them into work. The change is part of the government's plan to reform the welfare system.
Key facts
- New rules apply to around 300,000 people in supported housing and temporary accommodation
- The change aims to incentivise work by making it more beneficial to earn more
- Earned income disregards are being introduced in Housing Benefit for working-age claimants
- The new rules will apply automatically to both new and existing claims
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