§ Mr. WrayTo ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions (1) what financial allowance is available for recovering alcoholics; who qualifies for this help; and what other assistance is available; [132943]
(2) under what circumstances assistance to recovering alcoholics would be withdrawn; and how their eligibility for re-application is assessed. [132944]
§ Maria EaglePeople with disabilities and health problems, including alcohol-related problems, have full access to the services of Jobcentre Plus; regardless of which benefit, if any, is being claimed. In addition, Progress2work LinkUP pilots are now running in several areas across the country. These pilots will further develop our work-focused provision for disadvantaged groups such as alcohol misusers.
Financial assistance may be available from the benefit system, depending on individual circumstances; for example, Disability Living Allowance may be awarded where a person has a requirement for personal care. Benefits may be withdrawn where the conditions of entitlement are no longer satisfied following a change of circumstances. Eligibility for a repeat claim is assessed according to individual circumstances at the time of making that claim.