Family takes council to court over £2k deduction of disabled man’s benefits

Michael Sherratt, 27, has autism and learning difficulties and lives with mum Stephanie Sherratt, 54, who acts as his primary carer.

Michael has a care plan and has been assessed by Bolton Council as having high levels of need for which he receives additional support, covered by direct payment and state benefits.

Before 2022 he was not required to make a financial contribution towards the cost of his care.

However, following…