David Smith MP: written questions

4 Jul 2026–16 Oct 2026 · year in progress

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Local Housing Allowance: North NorthumberlandDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled 16 Jul 2026AnsweredUIN 19651More
Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment he has made of the impact of levels of Local Housing Allowance on the ability of Universal Credit claimants to secure housing in North Northumberland.
Answer: The Local Housing Allowance (LHA) determines the maximum financial support available for renters receiving housing support in the private rented sector. LHA rates are not intended to meet all rents in all areas. The Secretary of State for Work and Pension...
Answered 2 Sept 2026
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