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Social housing rent increases transfer costs onto central Government via DWP benefits.

Conclusion
A significant percentage of rent in the social housing sector is ultimately borne by the Department for Work and Pensions through benefits. As a result, rent increases could end up transferring costs onto central Government finances.
Paragraph Reference
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Source
Committee Housing, Communities and Local Government Committee
Inquiry The finances and sustainability of the social housing sector
Report Sixth Report - The Finances and Sustainability of the Social Housing Sector 08 May 2024 HC 60
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Addressee Bodies
Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
Timeline
Recommendation age 2.1 yrs
Report published 08 May 2024