Returning data to DWP
The Knowledge Network Housing Benefit Database and Matching Service (HBDMS) website is an on-line working resource for local authorities and their software suppliers.
NB: The site is currently part of a wider review of the communication of data collection issues which is expected to be concluded early in 2009.
In the meantime, if you have any queries or requests for guidance relating to the Single HB Extract, HBRF Return or HBMS Extract then please contact the Housing Benefit Database Matching Service (HBDMS) Team by email at: HBDataService@dwp.gsi.gov.uk.
HBRF Return
The revised Housing Benefit Recoveries and Fraud (HBRF) Guidance and Returns Template are available below:
- HBRF Guidance 2008/2009 V4.0 (72KB)
- HBRF Returns Template V4.0 (170KB)
- HBRF frequently asked questions (35KB)