‘Temporary absence’ from the country did not require there to be an intended fixed date of return to be known at start of the absence, and a claim for benefits was not thereby defeated. The word must be given its ordinary and natural meaning, which is ‘not permanent’. Citations: Gazette 29-Jan-1992 Statutes: Social Security Act … Continue reading Regina v Social Security Commissioner ex parte Akbar: QBD 29 Jan 1992