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Global Microsoft outage

Unfortunately, due to a global outage at Microsoft, you will be unable to use email to contact us. Our phone lines remain open and you can contact us using our online contact form. There may be delays to online responses. We apologise for the inconvenience. 

Apply for help with your rent

How to apply

You can apply for housing benefit using our online form. Make sure you have your: 

  • National Insurance number for you (and your partner if applicable)
  • full name and date of birth of everyone in your household
  • landlord's details, the amount of rent you pay and any charges included in your rent
  • your household income, savings, investments and expenses 

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