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DHSC updates statutory guidance on Care Act 2014

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Published on: 28 March 2024
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LNB News 28/03/2024

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Issue Date: 28 March 2024

Published Date: 28 March 2024

Jurisdiction(s): England

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The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has updated the care and support statutory guidance on the Care Act 2014. This update reflects new capital and income disregards, and clarifies the position around occupational pensions and personal pensions annuities paid to a spouse or civil partner.

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