Part 1

Universal credit
CHAPTER 1

Entitlement and awards

Elements of an award

Other particular needs or circumstances
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1
The calculation of an award of universal credit is to include amounts in respect of such particular needs or circumstances of a claimant as may be prescribed.
2
The needs or circumstances prescribed under subsection (1) may include—
a
the fact that a claimant has limited capability for work;
b
the fact that a claimant has limited capability for work and work-related activity;
c
the fact that a claimant has regular and substantial caring responsibilities for a severely disabled person.
3
Regulations are to specify, or provide for the determination or calculation of, any amount to be included under subsection (1).
4
Regulations may—
a
provide for inclusion of an amount under this section in the calculation of an award of universal credit—
i
to end at a prescribed time, or
ii
not to start until a prescribed time;
b
provide for the manner in which a claimant’s needs or circumstances are to be determined.