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Benefits

Even if you've never considered it before, you may be eligible for benefits. Many people in the following categories have been able to claim
  • those on low incomes
  • people with an illness or a disability
  • carers
  • people with children
  • those unemployed or thinking of returning to work
  • single people, older people, young people.
To apply for benefits you will need to contact one of the following:
 
Your district or borough council for information on
  • Council Tax Relief
  • Housing Benefits.
 
The Department for Work and Pensions for information on
  • Pension Credit
  • Work and Pensions
  • Disability Living Allowance.
 
HM Revenue and Customs for information on
  • Tax Credits.

For general advice on money, tax and benefits Directgov can also provide you with useful information.
 

Advice and Guidance 

Further advice and guidance on what you may be entitled to can be found from the following organisations:
 
Citizens Advice Bureau – for general advice and guidance.  You can also find your nearest bureau.
 
Benefits Enquiry Line – visit the Beginners Guide to Benefits.
Tel: 0800 882200
 
Age UK – here you can check what benefits you may be entitled to.
Tel: 0800 009966
 
Department for Work and Pensions - information on benefits and services.
 
Pension Advice – for pensions and retirement planning.
Tel: 0845 6060265
 
National Debt Line - for free confidential advice on how to deal with debt problems.
Tel: 0808 808 4000