Key facts about the UC overpayments rules.

In which limited circumstances can they be recovered from a landlord?

Generally UC overpayments will be recovered from the claimant - find out more.

IAs an alternative to prosecution.

Where the claimant has caused the overpayment they might have to pay a penalty on top of the overpayment itself.

Overpayments are always recoverable, even where caused by official error - but the DWP might use their discretion.

The procedures that the DWP should follow in determining and recovering an overpayment.

How the DWP should calculate the overpayment.

Find out what overpayment decisions a claimant or landlord can challenge the DWP about.

After 'Repair Team' have contacted claimant for missing evidence not required at time of claim.