Could you be eligible for a Discretionary Housing Payment?

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What is a Discretionary Housing Payment?

Discretionary Housing Payments (DHP) help people who need extra help when their Housing Benefit or Universal Credit Housing Costs do not cover the full cost of their rent.

You need to be receiving housing benefit or the universal credit housing element to get a DHP.

If you are suffering severe financial hardship, or your tenancy is at risk you may be eligible to get a DHP to help towards your rent.

We can only make a discretionary housing payment if we believe that your circumstances call for further financial help. Your finances and personal circumstances will be carefully considered and taken into account and each case is assessed on its individual merits.

Contact our Benefits Team on 01271 388877 for further information and a claim form or you can apply online via the following link:

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