Benefits

Local housing allowance

Local Housing Allowance (LHA) is a new way of working out how much housing benefit will be paid to private tenants. In this section we explain how private landlords will be affected.

How to make a claim for housing benefit and council tax support

To make a claim or to see what help you can get with paying your rent and council tax.

How we work out your housing benefit and/or council tax support

How your Housing benefit and Council Tax support is worked out.

Housing benefit and council tax support FAQ's

General information about council tax support and housing benefit

Housing benefit and council tax support - changes you should tell us about

If you currently receive housing benefit, you must notify us as soon as possible of any change in your personal circumstances, including any change of address or change of income.

Welfare benefits

Find out what welfare benefits are available, whether you are eligible for any, and how to make a claim.

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