Online / Virtual
Event
Housing Benefit and Universal Credit: The Differences
Housing Rights
Cost:
Voluntary and Community from £77.00 / £64.00 Public and Statutory from £138.00 / £115.00
Gain a basic understanding of the differences between Universal Credit and Housing Benefit.
This course is an entry level introduction to the housing element of Universal Credit and Housing Benefit. It will highlight the differences between the two.
What we will cover
- Updates on the progress of ‘Move to Universal Credit’ in Northern Ireland
- how Universal Credit differs from Housing Benefit
- how to assist people with applying for Universal Credit
- how housing costs will be dealt with under Universal Credit
- What types of accommodation are currently ineligible for UC applications
Who should attend?
- housing advisers (new or looking refresher)
- support workers (new or looking refresher)
- welfare officers (new or looking refresher)
- Constituency office staff
Sector:
- Housing and homelessness