Current benefits recipients
If you currently receive benefits you can find help and advice in the pages below, including what to do if your circumstances change.
Temporary absences from your home
Find out what to do if you intend to temporarily leave your home.
Reporting change of circumstance
How to report a change which may affect your claim.
When you can receive benefit on two properties
We can pay benefit for up to a maximum of four weeks on both homes in a few situations.
How your benefit is paid
This page displays information on how your benefits are paid.
Discretionary housing payments
Extra financial help when your benefits do not cover your rent and Council Tax can be awarded in special circumstances.
