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Policy

Social Security Guide 3.6.4.40 Qualification for CP during Temporary Cessation of Care

Social Security Guide 3.6.4.50 Qualification for CP during Temporary Absence from the Private Home - Hospitalisation

Social Security Guide 3.6.7.50 Qualification for CA during Temporary Cessation of Care

Social Security Guide 3.6.7.60 Qualification during Temporary Absence from the Private Home - Hospitalisation (CA)

Legislation

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Social Security Act 1991

• section 198AA, Qualification for carer payment - hospitalisation
• section 198AC, Effect of cessation of care etc. on carer payment
• section 198(2), Constant care for disabled etc. persons
• section 955, Qualification for carer allowance - hospitalisation
• section 957, Effect of cessation of care etc. on carer allowance