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1.1.P.45 Parental means test (YA)

Definition

For the purposes of YA, the parental means test is a means test, which applies to all dependent YA recipients. It comprises a parental income test (1.1.P.40).

Act reference: SSAct section 1067G-F1 to 1067G-F20 Parental income test

Last reviewed: 6 February 2023

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