# The Social Security (Further Methods of Recovery) Regulations 2026, Regulation 29: Amounts which must be considered in calculating the amount of deductions


When determining the amount to be deducted under a lump sum direct deduction order or a regular direct deduction order, the Secretary of State must have regard to any payment which the Secretary of State considers the liable person is likely to make in respect of—
(a) income tax or national insurance contributions to His Majesty's Revenue and Customs, or
(b) child support maintenance which, as a non-resident parent, the liable person is liable to pay under the Child Support Act 1991.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2026/1069/regulation/29 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/social-security-further-methods-of-recovery-regulations-2026/regulation-29
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