Don't forget your Voter ID
If you are voting in person in the General Election on Thursday 4 July, you will need to take an accepted form of photo ID with you.
Money is available to help people who receive Housing Benefit, but still do not have enough to pay their rent.
This also applies to people who receive the housing cost element of Universal Credit.
You might find yourself in these circumstances because:
If this applies to you, apply for a discretionary housing payment.
Please note:
Discretionary housing payments cannot provide help for:
Apply for a Discretionary Housing Payment
Apply for help with rent in advance, rental deposits or administrations costs
When you apply, please answer questions as fully as you can.
The more information you give us, the better we are able to understand your circumstances and your need for extra financial help.
There is no appeal right against the decision made regarding your discretionary housing payment award, but you can ask us to look at the decision again.
Discretionary Housing Payments - Guidance & Procedures
If you have any queries, please contact us.