Section 12: Other particular needs or circumstances

Welfare Reform Act 2012 · 2012 c. 5View on legislation.gov.uk

Part 1: Universal credit — CHAPTER 1: Entitlement and awards

The calculation of an award of universal credit is to include amounts in respect of such particular needs or circumstances of a claimant as may be prescribed.

The needs or circumstances prescribed under subsection (1) may include—

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the fact that a claimant has limited capability for work and work-related activity;
the fact that a claimant has regular and substantial caring responsibilities for a severely disabled person.

Regulations are to specify, or provide for the determination or calculation of, any amount to be included under subsection (1).

Regulations may—

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