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Service Description: Housing Benefit and Council Tax Benefit are benefits paid by Local Authorities to help towards the cost or Rent and Council Tax. Council Tax Benefit will be replaced on 1 April 2013 by the new Council Tax Support Scheme.

Also known as:- Council Tax Benefit, Housing Benefit

Your FAQ

Question: What do I do if I do not agree with the way my claim has been assessed/the amount of Benefit you are giving me?

Answer: You need to write to the Revenues and Benefits Service, Civic Centre, Sandown, PO36 9EA, stating why you disagree with the decision and what it is you believe is wrong. If you have any additional information that is relevant, please include this in your letter.

If you do not understand how we have reached the decision please write to us and ask for an explanation - Related Link


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