Elders of a Christian Community were required to contribute to the costs of the accommodation in a home shared by all occupants, even though they occupied only part of the home, and claimed housing benefit. It was held that they were entitled to claim, even though they had no direct liability for the rent. The elder would be subject to fixed non-dependent deductions for the other adult members of the house, and it was consistent with the words of the Act and the policy that they should be able to claim the benefit.
Citations:
Times 07-Jun-2001, Gazette 07-Jun-2001
Statutes:
Housing Benefit (General) Regulations 1987 (1987 No 1971) 10(1)
Jurisdiction:
England and Wales
Benefits, Health
Updated: 08 May 2022; Ref: scu.135515
