Assessing independence when a customer is in State care 001-04060070

Policy

Social Security Guide, 1.1.S.320, State care (YA)

Social Security Guide, 3.2.5.10, Qualification for YA, DSP & SpB as an independent young person

Social Security Guide, 1.1.U.60, Upkeep (YA)

Legislation

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Social Security Act 1991

• section 543A, Youth allowance age
• section 1067A, When a person is regarded as independent
• section 5(1), Family relationships definition - children
• section 1067A (8), Person in State care
• section 1067G-B3, Person who is independent