Benefits and Support

Use our online service to check payments, update us and more.

Most people who want to make a new claim will need to claim Universal Credit, but there are some exceptions.

If something has changed recently, let us know about it here.

If you have been asked to complete a Benefits Review Form, you can do so here.

If you need to submit a claim for Discretionary Housing Payments or Exceptional Hardship Fund you can do so here.

Are you having trouble making ends meet? Find out how to get help here.

If you are on a low income you may be able to apply for Council Tax Reduction.

You must contact us in writing within one month of receiving your decision letter.

You must contact us in writing within one month of receiving your decision letter.

If you have an enquiry for the Benefit Team, you can contact them here.

Find out about repaying overpaid Housing Benefit.

What is benefit fraud and how you can report it.