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<p>No Assessment has been made, however the department works closely with stakeholders,
Jobcentres and Local Authorities to understand the impact of its policies on families.</p><p>
</p><p>The Local Housing Allowance (LHA) policy is kept under regular review and rates
are reviewed annually by the Secretary of State. LHA rates are not intended to meet
all rents in all areas.</p><p>In 2020 we spent almost £1 billion increasing LHA rates
to the 30th percentile of market rents. This significant investment has been maintained
ensuring that everyone who benefited continues to do so.</p><p>Discretionary Housing
Payments (DHPs) are available for those who face a shortfall in meeting their housing
costs. Since 2011 we have provided nearly £1.6 billion in funding to local authorities
for DHPs.</p><p>We recognise that rents are increasing. However, the challenging fiscal
environment means that difficult decisions have been necessary to ensure support is
targeted effectively.</p><p>Over 2022-23 and 2023- 24 the Government is providing
support in excess of £94 billion to help households with the rising cost of living.</p>
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