Find out what your housing options and rights are, as well as how to get help with the financial aspects of housing. Get advice about housing benefit, support for mortgage interest, and finding temporary and long-term accommodation.

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Bedroom tax

Housing benefit and universal credit can be limited if you have a 'spare' bedroom and you are a local authority...

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Discretionary housing payments (DHP)

Discretionary housing payments can be paid in certain circumstances to help people who receive some housing benefit, when its not...

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Renting: your options as a single parent

This page gives you detailed information about renting a home as a single parent. Read on for information about finding...

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Housing options if you’re a homeowner

Help with your mortgage and options if you're falling behind with payments If you're worried about your mortgage or you've fallen...

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Homelessness

Information for single parents who are homeless or threatened with homelessness.

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Your housing rights when you separate

Find out what your housing rights are after a separation or divorce.

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