Housing Benefit
This benefit is dealt with by local councils and you will therefore need to contact them for details.
What is It?
Help towards rent.
Sometimes called rent rebate or rent allowance.
Paid by local councils.
Clients do not have to be in receipt of any other benefits.
It may also help towards things recipients have to pay for - such as children’s play areas.
It does not cover all housing costs.
Who can receive Housing Benefit?
Those on low income.
Those paying rent.
