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Universal Credit

Universal Credit is a monthly payment to help with your living costs. You may be able to get it if you’re on a low income or out of work.

Check out the videos and links below for more information:

What is Universal Credit

DWP: What is Universal Credit?

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How to apply for Universal Credit

How to apply for Universal Credit

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Managing your money

Universal Credit: Managing your Money

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What is Universal Credit

 

How to apply

 

Help with Council Tax

For those already on Universal Credit

People who may still get Housing Benefit

 

Help and support available

 

Discretionary Housing Payments

 

Help and support for residentsHere to Help written on blue background

We want to make sure all Haringey residents get the help and support available to them.

See our Here to Help page for information on:

  • benefits
  • other financial help
  • employment
  • housing
  • mental health support

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Page last updated:

December 5, 2022

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