Benefits and support

Advice and support on benefits managed by the council and its partners.

- Free school meals
  
  How to apply for free school meals in term-time and check if you are eligible.
- School travel support
  
  Children up to 16 may qualify for subsidised transport, depending on the distance to school and other criteria.

Housing benefits Check if you're eligible for Housing Benefit, Council Tax Support, Discretionary Housing Payments and more, and how to apply.
Tell us about a change If you are moving home or your circumstances have changed, please tell us as this could affect your benefit entitlement.
Universal Credit Universal Credit has replaced 6 other benefits with a single monthly payment if you're out of work or on a low income. Check if you're eligible.
Appeal a decision If you are affected by a decision about Housing Benefit, Council Tax Support or Discretionary Housing Payment, you have the right of appeal.
Report a benefit fraud Report benefit fraud online to the Department for Work and Pensions.

Advice and support

If you're not sure what benefits you can claim or you're worried about debt, we can provide help and support.

Benefits advice If you are not sure if you are getting all the welfare benefits that you may be entitled to, we can help.
Citizens Advice Free impartial and independent advice on benefits, money debt and more.
Benefits calculator An independent benefits calculator will work out what benefits you could get and how to claim.
Book a video appointment If you have a smartphone, you can book a video appointment for help with benefits and council tax issues.

Support for vulnerable people and struggling families in Liverpool through local hardship schemes.

Liverpool Citizens Support Scheme Help for vulnerable residents on a low income in urgent need.
Foodbanks Find foodbanks, get help accessing food and find local businesses and organisations offering support.
Short-term benefit advance If you’re waiting for your first benefit payment and don’t have enough money for bills and essentials you can ask your local Job Centre for an advance.
Household Support Fund The government's Household Support Fund (HSF) helps support some groups with essential living costs such as food and fuel support.