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Have there been any changes since 1 November 2023 to eligibility criteria, or assessment and decision-making processes, in relation to applications for the Accommodation Supplement; if so, what were they and when did they come into effect? and 1 other question

Answered 16445, 16447 (2026)
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Willow-Jean Prime

List MP · Labour Party

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  • 16445

    Have there been any changes since 1 November 2023 to eligibility criteria, or assessment and decision-making processes, in relation to applications for the Accommodation Supplement; if so, what were they and when did they come into effect?

  • 16447

    Have there been any changes since 1 November 2023 to eligibility criteria, or assessment and decision-making processes, in relation to applications for the Away from Home Allowance; if so, what were they and when did they come into effect?

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Hon Louise Upston

Member for Taupō · National Party · Minister for Social Development and Employment

Answer

I am advised that as of 2 March 2026, the housing contribution received from all boarders (62 percent of the weekly board payment) was included in the assessment of housing subsidies. This is also my response to WPQ 16447 (2026)