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Universal Credit (has replaced Housing Benefit)

How to get help with paying your rent if you are on a low income or out of work.

  • Make a claim for Universal Credit or Housing Benefit

    If you are out of work or on a low income and need help with your living costs you can apply for Universal Credit or Housing Benefit. 

    Report a change in circumstances

    You must report any changes in your circumstances that might effect your entitlement.

    Report possible fraud

    What to do if you suspect someone is claiming benefit but shouldn’t be. 
  • What is Universal Credit?

    Universal Credit has replaced Housing Benefit for most people of working age.

    Council tax reduction

    On a low income? You may be entitled to a reduction in your bill.

    Discretionary housing payments

    If you receive Housing Benefit or the housing element of Universal Credit but need extra help with rent or housing costs.
  • Local housing allowance

    If you are on a low income and rent from a private landlord, you may be able to claim LHA.

    Housing benefit appeals

    How to appeal and the appeals process.

    Housing benefit payments

    When you will receive your housing benefit payments.
  • Housing benefit review

    Complete a benefit review

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  • Housing | Supporting people - housing related support service
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