Overview

This bill outlines the process for making additional payments to individuals receiving specific means-tested benefits, tax credits, and disability benefits. These payments are intended as one-off cost of living support payments.

Description

Means-Tested Additional Payments

The bill mandates single payments of £301, £300, and £299 to eligible recipients of means-tested benefits (Universal Credit, State Pension Credit, income-based Jobseeker's Allowance, income-related Employment and Support Allowance, and Income Support) and tax credits (Child Tax Credit and Working Tax Credit). The exact payment dates are to be specified via regulations.

Disability Additional Payments

A single payment of £150 is to be made to individuals receiving various disability benefits, including Disability Living Allowance, Personal Independence Payment, Attendance Allowance, Constant Attendance Allowance, Adult Disability Payment, Child Disability Payment, Armed Forces Independence Payment, and certain payments under the Personal Injuries (Civilians) Scheme 1983 and the Naval, Military and Air Forces etc. (Disablement and Death) Service Pensions Order 2006. The payment date will also be determined by regulations.

Administration and Cooperation

The bill details the administrative procedures for these additional payments, including cooperation between the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC). Existing legislation will be amended to accommodate these payments, ensuring consistent administrative practices. The payments will be disregarded when calculating tax liability and future benefit entitlements.

Government Spending

The bill will result in significant government expenditure. While precise figures are not explicitly stated, the cost will be substantial considering the number of potential recipients and the payment amounts. The total cost will depend on the number of eligible individuals receiving benefits and tax credits.

Groups Affected

• Recipients of means-tested benefits: Will receive additional payments of £301, £300 and £299.
• Recipients of tax credits: Will receive additional payments of £301, £300 and £299.
• Recipients of disability benefits: Will receive an additional £150 payment.
• HMRC and DWP: Will be responsible for administering the payments and will need to cooperate to ensure smooth delivery of these payments.

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