Benefits &
money advice
For housing and other welfare benefits claimants, the government has recently made some changes particularly for working age benefits. If you think you might be affected by these benefits changes, we can offer you support and advice. Please contact Fatima Begum on 020 8985 1124
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If you are having financial difficulties
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You can use a benefits calculator to check you’re claiming everything you are entitled to.
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Contact your local council. You may be able to claim a Discretionary Housing Payment or get help from the Local Welfare Assistance Scheme.
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If you're having problems paying your rent, contact Fatima Begum at our office . She can arrange a payment plan with you.
Helpful tools
Benefits calculator
Find out which benefits you could be entitled to and how much you could claim.
Budget planner
Try the Money Advice Service’s budget planner tool to see how much you are spending and where you could make savings
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Government benefit resources
You can find helpful information about government benefits on the www.gov.uk website.
Citizens Advice Bureau
The Citizens Advice Bureau also offers free, confidential and impartial advice on dealing with debt and budgeting. For more information, visit www.adviceguide.org.uk or call 0344 411 1444.
Debt advice
If you're worried about debt, make sure you get help. Contact StepChange for free, impartial advice. Call free on 0800 138 1111 or get advice online.
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The credit union offers ethical community-focused banking services which can be a lifeline for anyone who struggles to access mainstream financial services.
For more information speak to the LCCU on Tel. 0207 729 9218 or visit their website https://londoncu.com
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