Changes to Benefits

The UK benefits system is changing and your benefits could be reduced. Many changes will take effect from April 2011. Our summary guide to the changes explains how you might be affected and when. You can also visit our money advice section or call us on 020 7527 4990 for help.

 

Housing and council tax benefits

Your benefits could be reduced when new caps on Local Housing Allowance and other changes to these benefits come into effect from April 2011

Benefits for disabled people

Incapacity Benefit, Severe Disablement Allowance and Income Support paid because of illness or disability are being phased out. Find out more.

Tax credits and benefits for families and young people

Find out about the freeze on child benefit and changes to tax credits and other benefits for families.

Retirement ages and pensions

Find out about changes to the state pension and pension credits and to the retirement age.