Find out more about welfare benefits, the “bedroom tax” and universal credit (UC) along with information about changes, how they may affect you and how we can help.
Universal Credit is designed to top up your income and help you with housing costs. If you have received a Migration Notice from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), then your existing benefit will be ending soon.
A loan shark is an illegal unlicensed money lender. They often charge very high interest rates and may not give you any paperwork confirming the arrangements they have made with you.
Our Money Advice team is here to provide free and impartial advice on budgeting and money management, debt, rent matters, and a whole host of issues arising from welfare reforms.
Rent is due one week in advance from the Monday of each week from the start of your tenancy. If you are a new tenant, your Lettings Officer will tell you how much your rent is and whether there are any extra services provided when you sign your tenancy agreement.
