SDP

minimini1
minimini1 Community member Posts: 6 Listener
in Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)
Hi does anyone know if i am newly awarded the severe disability premium as part of my ESA award will it be set against my housing benefit ie is SDP a disregarded income by HB 
Thanks

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  • poppy123456
    poppy123456 Community member Posts: 59,056 Championing
    Hi,

    Being awarded SDP will not reduce the amount of housing benefit you're entitled to.
  • Joanne_Alumni
    Joanne_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 185 Empowering
    Hi @minimini1,

    It is usually a good idea to let Housing Benefit know about any changes. There is a Severe Disability Premium on Housing Benefit so it will not reduce the amount you get. It's always best to keep them informed though.
  • minimini1
    minimini1 Community member Posts: 6 Listener
    Thankyoufor response so in effect am i better off as i will not loose the premium via housing benefit thats some good news at last !!
  • poppy123456
    poppy123456 Community member Posts: 59,056 Championing
    You're welcome. Yes, that's correct as you're claiming Income Related benefits then you'll receive the maximum amount for your circumstances.

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