Decision to award a loan or a grantN.I.
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8.—(1) Where a claimant applies for a discretionary support award under regulation 4 a discretionary support officer may determine the claim as a claim for a loan or a grant.
(2) In making a decision in relation to a discretionary support award a discretionary support officer shall take into account any guidance issued by the Department.