[2023] UKUT 274 (AAC)

In this decision, and so as to avoid the potential for confusion, I refer to the Appellant as “the Secretary of State” and the Respondent as “the claimant”.

It is unfortunate that the claimant has taken no part in these proceedings, despite the efforts of the Upper Tribunal. Earlier case management directions suggested that he could contact his local law centre (whose contact details were provided). The appeal bundle was also re-sent to his new address when that became known. However, the claimant has not taken up the opportunity to make any representations in these proceedings. I recognise that he may have seen little point in engaging with the further appeals process as he has already lost the tenancy of the property concerned due to the non-payment of UC.