Benefits

How to apply for housing benefit & Council Tax reduction scheme

Benefits help pay your rent and reduce your council tax bill if you are on a low income.

Appeals, overpayments & discretionary housing payments

For more information regarding these please access this section.

Change of circumstance and backdate requests

If your circumstances change or wish to request benefit for an earlier period access this section for further information.

Tenant & landlord information

Detailed information for landlords and tenants.

Benefits fraud

If you know or even suspect that someone is claiming Housing or Council Tax Benefit which they aren't entitled to, please tell us.