(This note is not part of the Regulations)
These Regulations amend the definition of non-dependant in the Income Support (General) Regulations 1987 (S. I.1987/1967) the Council Tax Benefit (General) Regulations 1992 (S. I.1992/1814) and the Housing Benefit (General) Regulations 1987 (S. I.1987/1971) and the conditions to be satisfied for a claimant for those benefits to be entitled to a severe disability premium.
The Regulations do not impose a charge on businesses.