Deductions from other means-tested benefits
If deductions to third parties are made from IS, income-based JSA, income-related ESA or PC, the maximum deductions are shown below.
Type of arrears | Deduction for arrears | Deduction for ongoing cost |
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Housing costs | £4.55 for each housing debt (maximum of £13.65) | Current weekly cost |
Rent arrears and hostel payments | £4.55 | Nil (met by UC or HB) |
Residential accommodation charges | Nil | The accommodation allowance (for those in local authority homes); all but £31.75 of your IS, JSA, ESA or PC (for those in private or voluntary homes) |
Hostel payments | Nil | Weekly amount assessed by local authority |
Fuel | £4.55 for each fuel debt (maximum of £9.10 payable) | Estimated amount of current consumption |
Water charges | £4.55 (adjusted every 26 weeks) | Estimated costs |
Council tax arrears | £4.55 | Nil |
Fines | Nil | £5 (lower amount £4.55) |
Repayment of eligible loans | Nil | £4.55 |
Repayment of integration loans | Nil | £4.55 |
Child support maintenance | £8.40 | £8.40 |
Repayment of tax credit overpayments and self-assessment tax debts | Nil | Maximum £13.65 |
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