Universal-Credit-Guide-for-Private-Landlords - Manual / Resource - Page 29
The way you receive
benefits has changed
Your Universal Credit payment will be paid MONTHLY, directly
to YOU
Your Universal Credit will be paid to you like a monthly wage and you
will be responsible for paying your rent yourself.
If you have not paid your rent directly to your Landlord before, and
Housing Benefit has been paid to your Landlord in the past, you need
to think about whether you can manage this payment yourself.
If you’re worried about the way this new benefit is paid, we can help.
You can speak to your work coach about Personal Budgeting Support.
If you live in East Suffolk, an appointment will be arranged for you with
Citizens Advice, who can offer impartial advice and support with
managing your new monthly payment.
You can also make an appointment yourself by speaking to Citizens
Advice
Leiston, Saxmundham & District Citizens Advice — 01728 832193
North East Suffolk Citizens Advice - 01502 525850
Felixstowe Citizens Advice—0333 358 3971
More information available online
www.eastsuffolk.gov.uk/benefits/universal-credit
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