Clause 12. Restrictions on payments

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Restrictions on payments

(1)

Except where otherwise stated in this programme, MSD must not pay more than-

(a)

2 grants under each part of this programme to an applicant in a 52-week period, unless MSD is satisfied exceptional circumstances exist; and

(b)

1 grant under each part of this programme for a simultaneous period unless subclause (2) or (5) apply.

(2)

Where MSD has made, but not yet paid, a tenancy costs cover grant under Part 8 or a security cover grant under subpart 2 of Part 5, and that grant has not expired, MSD may make additional grants for those types of assistance to an applicant.

(3)

When deciding whether or not to make an additional grant under subclause (2), MSD may consider whether a claim for payment of a grant referred to in that subclause has been made or is likely to be made.

(4)

Despite subclause (1)(a), MSD may make a further grant or grants to an eligible person under clause 20(1)(b) for the same accommodation a grant has already been made for under clause 20(1)(a).

(5)

Subclause (1)(b) does not apply to grants made under clause 20(1)(b).