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Housing Benefit

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This section contains information on claiming Housing Benefit in Newham, including advice on filling and sending in your form, what to do when you go away from home, and how to appeal a decision about your Housing benefit.

your frequently asked Questions

Do I need to tell the Council if things change while I am away?
I am leaving my home temporarily. Do I need to tell the Council?
Can someone else in my household claim Housing benefit while I am away?
Can I receive a Discretionary Housing Payment?
What is the best way for me to send in my identification?

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