Cost of Living Payments

This page details the cost of living payments being distributed in 2022, who is eligible, how they are paid and how to report a missed payment.

Applying for benefits

Guidance on applying for Welfare Benefits.

Budget Planner

Charitable funding and other sources of help

If you're unable to afford your living costs, essential home repairs or disability related costs, find out about charitable funding, grants, food banks and more

Are you looking for work or on low income?

Looking for work or on low income?

Universal Credit - leaving you out of pocket

Problems with Universal Credit (UC) awards fluctuating significantly when two salary payments are received in one UC assessment period.

Money Navigator

Appealing benefit decisions

If your Mandatory Reconsideration is refused, you can appeal to a tribunal if you think the decision is unfair or incorrect.

Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit

Guidance on Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit.

UC Mandatory Reconsideration Template Letter

Due to receiving backdated pay