Release from prison

A client may be entitled to Sole Parent Support when they are released from prison. The date to recommence payment depends on the length of time the client has been in prison.

For more information see:

• Prisoners no stand-down applies

Legislation

• Exemptions from stand down: youth training, relationship breakdown, chronic illness, health condition, injury or disability from accident or birth, prison regulation 177 Social Security Regulations 2018