Government benefits and financial support
Depending on your circumstances you could be eligible for government benefits and financial support such as:
- Pension credit
- Universal credit
- Child benefit
- Housing benefit
- Cost of Living Support
- Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
Check what benefits and financial support you can get to help with your living costs.
Tax relief for job expenses due to coronavirus
If you worked from home due to coronavirus before 6 April 2022, you may be able to claim tax relief worth up to £280 for additional household costs. Check your eligibility for this type of tax relief.
Tax relief for other job expenses
Check if you can claim tax relief on money you’ve spent on things like a work uniform, tools and travel.
Income tax rebates
If you’re on the wrong income tax code and have made an overpayment, you’ll be owed a rebate. Learn more about income tax rebates.
Council tax
You could get up to a 100% reduction on your council tax bill if you’re on a low income or claim benefits. How much of a discount you get depends on:
- your local council
- your circumstances (for example, income or residency status)
- your household income (includes savings, pensions and your partner’s income)
- if your children or other adults live with you
Contact your local council to find out what support is available.
Local welfare assistance
Get in touch with your local council to see if they run a welfare assistance scheme, which could help provide furniture, white goods, fuel and food vouchers, and more.
