Apply for single person council tax discount

Apply for universal credit. However, there are scenarios where you can be working age and still claim Housing Benefit. These exceptions can be found . Please note that if you claim universal credit your housing costs will be assessed separately by the DWP. If the second adult in your home is getting one of the following benefits, you will get a reduction on your eligible Council Tax : Income Support ; Pension Credit. This is a means tested discount based on you.

You still need to make a claim for Council Tax reduction. If you do not you will be liable for the full Council Tax charge. Universal Credit and you are struggling to pay the remainder of your rent, we may be .