Are you feeling the benefit?

Loads of people across the UK are not claiming money they’re entitled to – are you one of those? If you’re a student living in rented accommodation then you could be entitled to Housing and Council Tax benefit (that’s money to pay your rent and Council Tax bill).

To find out if you should apply, see if you meet the criteria below:

• You’re a student in receipt of Income Support, Income-based Job Seekers Allowance or Incapacity Benefit at the short-term higher or long-term rate.
• You’re a part-time student, or a student under 19 years old in further education or a student who is responsible for a child (this includes foster children).
• You’re a student who receives Disability Living Allowance, are registered blind or are 20 years old and receive Child Benefit.

Single Room Rent - Are you in the know?

If you’re under 25 years old and live on your own, your Single Room Rent under the Local Housing Allowance could be £60.50 per week at the most.

You may be exempt from this if you are under 22 and have been subjected to a care order, have a non-dependent living with you, or if you qualify for the severe disability premium in your assessment of Income Support/Income-based Job Seekers Allowance.

For more info or questions call Thanet District Council’s Benefits team on 01843 577552, visit Thanet’s Gateway Plus in Margate or visit http://www.thanet.gov.uk/.