Other financial help
Housing Benefit is being replaced by Universal Credit.
You can only make a new claim for Housing benefit on GOV.UK if either of the following apply:
- you have reached State Pension age
- you’re in supported, sheltered or temporary housing
If you want to know more about housing benefit please visit the housing benefit page.
Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)
For more information on DWP benefits visit the Department for Work and Pensions or call 0845 608 8757
Pension Credit
For more information on pension credits please visit the Pension Service or call 0800 99 1234
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