HBSD/IAD Scan Update IRRV Software Suppliers Forum 12 December 2006 Jan Ripley Housing Benefit Data Service

HBSD/IAD Scan Update  Where are we now?  Clerical returns  Progress towards ‘Switch off‘  Scan Guidance and Specification  Change control  Website (  Maintenance on 12 December 2006  Next Steps

Clerical Returns  Progress on ‘Switch Off’  Intention  Autumn 2006 – first announcement of which LA’s can switch off their Stats 121/122 from February 2007  (then rolling programme for remaining LA’s as criteria achieved)  Where are we now?  Identified criteria options for selection  Analysis of current position using criteria  Agreement to be obtained by stakeholders  Derivation rules

Scan Guidance and Specification  Change control  Clear identification  Serial number  Date of change  What change  Method of communication  Announcement in a Bulletin  Historical record  Recorded on website

Website ( )  Website technical maintenance  When?  12 December and beyond  Experiencing problems?  Firstly - try and refresh your screen  Secondly - clear your browser history and temporary internet files  If that fails then please contact John Lowdon ( or

Facts & Figures

Next Steps  Looking at April 2008 next update  Examining options for single matching & data scan  Security, fraud and error – considering requirements  Local Housing Allowance  Employment and Support Allowance  Refinements based on data we receive  Electronic data returns

Contact Details Jan Ripley Performance Partner Housing Benefit Data Service Tel: Mobile: Website: