Benefits Guides

Simple, easy-to-understand guides to help you navigate UK benefits. Learn what you're entitled to and how to claim.

Council Tax

Everything you need to know about council tax bills, bands, and discounts

Simple explanation of how your bill is calculated

What bands A-H mean and property values

All ways to reduce your council tax bill

The main benefit for working-age people on low income

What UC is and who can claim it

All the different parts of your UC payment

Help with extra costs if you have a long-term health condition or disability

What happens and how to prepare

The 10 activities assessed for daily living

Extra money for pensioners on low income - unlocks many other benefits

Complete guide to claiming Pension Credit

Regular payments to help with the cost of raising children

Who can claim and the high income charge

Support for people who care for someone with substantial caring needs

Eligibility, rates, and how to claim

Help for people over State Pension age who need care

Who qualifies and how much you get

Help with heating bills and energy costs

£150 off your electricity bill

Annual payment for pensioners

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