Recovery of benefits following an Employment Tribunal award
Find out how to contact or make a payment to the National Recoupment Team.
Applies to England, Scotland and Wales
The Industrial Tribunals Act enables DWP to recover, from an employer, some or all of the following benefits already paid for a period covered by an Employment Tribunal award:
- Jobseeker’s Allowance
- Income Support
- income-related Employment Support Allowance
- Universal Credit
An Employment Tribunal award can be made following a claim from an employee against an employer relating to, for example: unfair dismissal, discrimination or unfair deductions from pay.
The National Recoupment Team is responsible for claiming back benefits following an Employment Tribunal award. The claim is made against the employer and covers benefits paid during the relevant period.
Contact the National Recoupment Team
Contact the National Recoupment Team for any queries about the recovery of benefits following an Employment Tribunal:
National Recoupment Team
Mail Handling Site A
Wolverhampton
WV98 2DT
Make a payment
You will be asked to make a payment once a judgment has been released by the court.
DWP Bank Account to be used for payments:
| Account Name | Sort Code | Account Number |
|---|---|---|
| JCP Number 2 Account | 60-70-80 | 10027467 |
Please provide the National Recoupment reference number on the BACS Payment.