Welfare Benefits is a straightforward, up-to-date and practical introduction to this rapidly changing and complex area of law.

Contents

Welfare Benefits
Introduction to Welfare Benefits
Introduction to Non Means-tested Benefits
Jobseeker’s Allowance
Limited Capability for Work
Disability Benefits
Maternity Benefits
Child Benefit
Carer’s Allowance
Retirement Benefits
Bereavement Benefits
Introduction to the Means-tested Benefits
Income Support, Income-related Employment and Support Allowance and Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance
Housing Benefit
Council Tax Benefit
The Tax Credits
Immigration Tests for Welfare Benefits
Appendices