IDG51250 - Information disclosure Gateways with other government departments: Department for Work and Pensions (DWP): information is requested by the DWP on behalf of a local authority

Local authorities may request information from HMRC but only via DWP. 

Which part of HMRC can disclose this information?

All disclosures made to Local Authorities via DWP must be made via the dedicated mailbox, (please see the procedure to follow below). 

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The purpose for which information may be disclosed

The prevention, detection, investigation or prosecution of offences relating to housing benefit or council tax benefit, or for checking the accuracy of housing benefit or council tax benefit information.

Procedure to follow

All requests for information from DWP should be sent to the mailbox 'RIS, Gateway Exchange Team (RIS)' . This team will then arrange for the disclosure to be made to DWP if appropriate.

Legislation which allows disclosure

Sections 122 and 122C Social Security Administration Act 1992 allow the DWP to request information on behalf of a local authority for the above purposes.

Further guidance

If you receive a request for information and are unsure how to proceed, please contact your Security & Information Business Partner (SIBP) for advice.