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Guide to Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support

Find detailed information about Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support including who is eligible to apply for it.

Housing Benefit is a national welfare benefit that helps people on low income, or other state benefits, meet their rent costs.

Council Tax Support is a scheme to reduce council tax bills for people on a low income.

Published: 8 December 2020

Last updated: 2 October 2023