The benefits system has changed. The Welfare Reform Act was introduced by Central Government to make the benefits system simpler.

This section helps you understand the changes. We have also added some helpful guides.

 

 

Bedroom under-occupancy

  The following changes won’t affect pensioners (people who are over 61 years… Read more

Benefit changes FAQs

Calculator

  Not sure if you’ll be affected or wondering by how much your… Read more

Benefit limits

   In April 2013 the benefit cap was introduced by the government. The… Read more

Universal Credit

Universal Credit is a type of benefit that brings together the following benefits:… Read more