TCM0300220 - Specialist areas - Specialist Trace: Specialist Trace Unit - IT systems (Info)

Access to DWP Data (ADD)

This system holds records for everyone who has a National Insurance number (NINO) and details of any benefits that have been, or are, in payment to them. The following screens can be found on the ADD system. There is a brief description for each of how and why you use it.

  • Account Summary
    • this screen is used to view an individual’s personal and benefit details and, if applicable, details of their partner.
  • Person Trace
    • this screen is used to trace a NINO using a combination of
      • forename
      • surname
      • sex
      • date of birth or approximate date of birth
      • possible NINO
      • address
      • post code.
  • Address Trace
    • this is used to trace details of all NINOs that have had an interest at an address by using a combination of
      • post code
      • building name and number
      • street
      • town.

A successful trace allows you to view Occupancy History details, which shows details of individuals who have used an address.