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When everyone has a home

028 9024 5640: Housing & Debt Helpline for Northern Ireland

Training Courses
Housing Rights-ONLINE
Wednesday, November 3, 2021 - 10:00 to 13:00

The Welfare Reform (NI) Order 2015 represents the biggest shake up of the social security system in Northern Ireland in recent years. Its implementation continues to impact on people trying to access and maintain housing. 

This session will update your knowledge on welfare reform and the impacts on the housing situation of vulnerable and low-income households in Northern Ireland. It will also highlight the types of accommodation and groups of people who will remain on Housing Benefit in the short/medium term. 

Outcome of the course:

By the end of the session you will have a better understanding of Universal Credit Housing Costs and be better equipped to advise clients on the changes from the Housing Benefit (Legacy system). 

Who should attend this training course? 

  • Both new and experienced advisers who are involved in Welfare Reform and the impact these changes will have on the current benefits system and people’s ability to pay for their accommodation. 
  • Housing providers 
  • Constituency office workers 
  • Community/residents groups 

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Benefits, Money Matters, Affordability

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The correct price for your organisation will be charged at checkout.

Voluntary / Community from£48.00
to£60.00
Public / Statutory from£90.00
to£110.00