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What if I can't afford to repay the overpayment?

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We will suggest a repayment method that we believe you can afford, based on the facts of your case.

If you wish us to recover the overpayment from your weekly social welfare payment, we will not reduce your income below the weekly rate of Supplementary Welfare Allowance appropriate to your family circumstances without your written agreement.

If your circumstances change, we will require you to repay the overpayment at a rate that you can afford.

Last Updated: 06/07/2010 12:01

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