1. How much benefit can I get? Updated: Thursday, 16th November 2017 The best way to determine how much benefit you may receive, please click here
  2. If I rent from a private landlord, will you pay my full rent? Updated: Thursday, 4th January 2018 If you're a private tenant renting property or a room from a private landlord and you're on a low in...
  3. What is housing benefit? Updated: Thursday, 16th November 2017 Housing benefit is designed to support tenants on a low income to help towards meeting their rental ...
  4. How do I apply for housing benefit? Updated: Thursday, 2nd December 2021 To apply for housing benefit please click here for more information
  5. How do I apply for Local Housing Allowance (LHA)? Updated: Tuesday, 21st November 2017 To apply for housing benefit please click here for more information
  6. How do I apply for Council Tax Support (CTS)? Updated: Thursday, 2nd December 2021 To apply for council tax support please click here for more information
  7. Can I tell you about my change of address via self service? Updated: Tuesday, 15th February 2022 Yes, you are able to tell the council about a change of address online using the self serve moves fo...
  8. How do I report a change in circumstances? Updated: Thursday, 16th November 2017 Some changes in circumstances, for example changes to your household, benefits or stopping work, can...
  9. What is Discretionary Housing Payment (DHP)? Updated: Thursday, 14th December 2017 If you have been awarded Housing Benefit, but the award is less than your eligible rent or Council T...
  10. How do I apply for Discretionary Housing Payment (DHP)? Updated: Thursday, 7th March 2019 An application for DHP must be made in writing to the Benefits Office at the following address. When...