Severe Disability Premium
The question
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, if his department will review the rules for transitional protection in the case of severely disabled people living in supported housing.
Answered by Sir Stephen Timms
Transitional Protection within Universal Credit is intended to support customers whose entitlement would otherwise be lower at the point of moving from legacy benefits. This includes Transitional Protection provided in respect of the Severe Disability Premium.
Rules apply equally to all forms of Transitional Protection, ensuring that entitlement remains aligned with a customer’s circumstances. This is a standard feature of Transitional Protection and not based on disability status.
The Department keeps all aspects of Universal Credit policy under consideration to ensure it continues to provide effective support.
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