Benefits and grants

Advice and information on benefits and grants managed by the council and central government.

We can provide advice, guidance and assistance with the full range of welfare benefits.

On a low income? You may be entitled to Council Tax Support.

Find out if you are entitled to housing benefit, Local Housing Allowance or Discretionary Housing Payments.

Child benefit, tax credits, maternity pay and more.

Attendance Allowance, Carer's Allowance, Disability Living Allowance and more.

School meals, bus passes and more.

Help for vulnerable people in urgent need.

Universal Credit is a new benefit for people of working age on a low income.

If you are affected by a decision about Housing Benefit or Council Tax Support you have the right of appeal.

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