Housing Benefit

Further information and other sources of support

Universal Credit

Universal Credit is a streamlined welfare system in England that provides financial support to individuals and families. It replaces various benefits and tax credits, including:

Child Tax Credit
Housing Benefit
Income Support
Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA)
Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)
Working Tax Credit

Universal Credit is administered by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), find out more here: Universal Credit.

Council Tax Reduction

Council Tax Reduction (CTR) is a financial support scheme put in place to help individuals and families who are struggling to pay their council tax bills. Find out more: Council tax reduction (CTR).

Local Welfare Provision

The Local Welfare Provision (LWP) scheme provides critical short-term help and assistance to support people in crisis. Find out more: Help in a crisis