Benefits

If you receive council tax support or housing benefit, you must tell as straight away if your situation changes.

When you make a claim for benefit, we might ask for additional evidence to support your claim.

It is against the law to make a false claim for council tax support or housing benefit.

CRF housing payment is replacing discretionary housing payments from 1 April 2026.

The crisis resilience fund was launched by the Government in April 2026, and provides assistance for low income households who are experiencing a financial shock.

Easily manage your housing benefit and council tax support claims online with our secure self-service portal.