I am of pension age, will benefit changes affect me?

No, we must stress that the changes will only affect people of working… Read more

I can’t afford to stay at home but don’t want to move my children away from their current school. What shall I do?

  If you decide to move home, try to find a property in… Read more

I can’t afford to stay in my current home but if I move to a private rented home my rent will be higher. What is the sense in that?

The benefit change is a national policy. We are trying to work with… Read more

I am not under-occupying / I do not have spare bedrooms

This assessment is done under Government rules, which say you are entitled to… Read more

I need an extra room because I have a carer who stays with me overnight

  If you have an overnight carer you may not be affected by… Read more

I have an attic room that I can’t use as a bedroom

Only rooms that can be used as a bedroom will be counted. Sometimes… Read more

How much benefit will I lose?

Depending on your circumstances, you could lose some or all of your Housing… Read more

How soon will I be able to move?

This will depend on the area and type of property you need. Unfortunately,… Read more