Benefits & Money

How benefit sanctions affect your rent, what to do if you are sanctioned, and getting emergency support.

Local welfare assistance, food bank vouchers, utility grants, and other emergency funds when you have no money.

Negotiating with your landlord, setting up payment plans, and avoiding eviction when you owe rent.

How the housing element of Universal Credit works, getting it paid directly to your landlord, and avoiding arrears.

Extra help with rent if your benefits do not cover the full amount, including how to apply and when to ask.