Written in 2018.

This Professional Resource is a complete up to date guide looking at the specific housing impacts of Universal Credit claimants in Northern Ireland.

The guide looks at the following:

• Background to Universal Credit – including the journey of its introduction in NI
• The key differences between Housing Benefit and Universal Credit – identifying the key housing benefit provisions that no longer exist and the new rules under Universal Credit
• The process of making a claim for Universal Credit – Eligibility requirements, verification and backdating
• Housing cost element issues such as exempt accommodation, liability and specific issues for each tenure
• Assistance with rates
• Payment matters with Universal Credit
• Sanctions, appeals and assisting claimants in financial difficulties.

Look at a sample of the guide.

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