Subject:
"HB for families with differing immigration status"
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jessica leeman
Integration Caseworker, Sunrise Project, Migrant Helpline, Croydon Member since 27th Oct 2005
HB for families with differing immigration status Wed 02-Nov-05 11:20 AM
Hi, I have a client who entered the UK separately to his wife and children and has been granted refugee status. His family are still under NASS support awaiting a decision. Would it be possible for him to rent a house for the whole family and claim housing benefit?
welfare rights caseworker, leicester law centre Member since 22nd Jan 2004
RE: HB for families with differing immigration status Wed 02-Nov-05 12:05 PM
Yes, the exclusion from HB/CTB for people subject to immigration conbtrol applies to the claimant. The value of the NASS support should be treated as income.