Introductory text

The Secretary of State makes these Regulations in exercise of the power in section 57(2) of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021^f1.

In respect of the provisions in regulation 2, in accordance with section 57(11) of that Act, the Secretary of State has consulted the Domestic Abuse Commissioner, relevant local authorities, and such other persons as the Secretary of State considers appropriate.

The Secretary of State also makes these Regulations in exercise of the powers in sections 123(1)(d), 130A(2) and (5), and 175(3) of the Social Security Contributions and Benefits Act 1992^f2, and sections 11(4) and 42(2) of the Welfare Reform Act 2012^f3.

In accordance with Section 173(1)(b) of the Social Security Administration Act 1992^f4, the Social Security Advisory Committee has agreed that the proposals in Part 3 of these Regulations should not be referred to it.

In respect of provisions in regulation 3, in accordance with section 176(1) of the Social Security Administration Act 1992^f5 the Secretary of State has consulted with organisations appearing to them to be representative of the authorities concerned.