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12.3.4 Long-term welfare payment recipient - overview

Introduction

This section contains information about the LWPR measure under the enhanced income management regime.

The LWPR measure is directed at people aged 25 and over who have been in receipt of income support and family assistance payments for over 12 months. This measure targets people at higher risk of disengagement from economic and social participation.

Last reviewed: 4 September 2023