Explanatory note

These Regulations amend the following Regulations—

the Council Tax Benefit (General) Regulations 1992;

the Disability Working Allowance (General) Regulations 1991;

the Family Credit (General) Regulations 1987;

the Housing Benefit (General) Regulations 1987;

the Income Support (General) Regulations 1987.

They increase the amount to be allowed in respect of the cost of books and equipment in calculating a student’s grant income.

In respect of housing benefit only, they increase the amount of the deduction to be made in calculating a student’s eligible rent.

In respect of the amendments relating to housing benefit and council tax benefit, under section 176(1) of the Social Security Administration Act 1992 (c.5), the Secretary of State is not required to consult, and has not consulted, with organisations appearing to him to be representative of the authorities concerned.

These Regulations do not impose a charge on businesses.