Currently those with a terminal health condition where their life expectancy is 6 months or less can access fast tracked financial support in certain social security benefits- Attendance Allowance, Dusability Living Allowance, Employment and Support Allowance, Personal Independence Payment and Universal Credit.
In line with the Ministerial announcement the Bill will replace the life expectancy timeframe of 6 months with 12 months in the definition of terminally ill in the legislation governing the relevant social security benefits.
Exisiting/Revised/New: Revised
Date of Screening: 29/11/2021
Screening Outcome - Full EQIA recommended: No