Your income – help is available
Are you facing a drop in income because of coronavirus? The Government has made some changes to benefits entitlements to help people through this period. See https://www.understandinguniversalcredit.gov.uk/coronavirus/ for details.
We know that this is a very confusing time, and that the benefits system will be new to many of you. We can help you get through this. Please call 01750 724444 and ask to speak to your Neighbourhood Housing Officer for personal, confidential advice on the benefits you may be entitled to. We can also help you with benefits applications.
If you are already receiving benefits, there are some changes to the restrictions around this. For example, due to social distancing measures you do not need to attend Jobcentre appointments for three months, starting from Thursday 19 March 2020. For full details go to https://www.understandinguniversalcredit.gov.uk/coronavirus/ or call us on the number above.