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Benefits and support Find out what support you're eligible for. Make a claim Send us your documents Pay an overpayment Housing Benefit The following sections provide information on Housing Benefit, eligibility and how to apply. Council Tax Support Information on how much your Council Tax bill could be reduced and how to apply. Report a change in your circumstances Tell us about any changes so you get the right amount of Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support. Universal Credit Find out what Universal Credit is, what benefits you're eligible for and how to apply. Managed migration to Universal Credit Universal Credit is replacing six tested benefits called 'legacy benefits’. Discretionary hardship support Find out what other financial assistance you could get Free school meals (Pupil Premium) Information on free school meals and how to apply. Go paperless Sign up for online billing to receive correspondence quicker. Manage your benefits account online Check your current award for Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support, view next and previous payment details and get notified of any changes to your award.
Housing Benefit The following sections provide information on Housing Benefit, eligibility and how to apply.
Report a change in your circumstances Tell us about any changes so you get the right amount of Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support.
Universal Credit Find out what Universal Credit is, what benefits you're eligible for and how to apply.
Managed migration to Universal Credit Universal Credit is replacing six tested benefits called 'legacy benefits’.
Manage your benefits account online Check your current award for Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support, view next and previous payment details and get notified of any changes to your award.