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If your Universal Credit is reduced because of a sanction or penalty for fraud, you can apply for a hardship payment to help meet your immediate basic essential needs.
Help to understand debts and deductions taken from Universal Credit payments and who to contact about your debts and deductions if you're struggling financially.
Reasons why your benefit payments could change, report changes in your circumstances while claiming benefits
Let the Child Benefit Office know that your child is staying in approved education or training after the age of 16 using the CH297 online service.
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Support for Mortgage Interest (SMI) helps homeowners on certain benefits pay interest on loans or mortgages - what you'll get, eligibility and how to claim.
Find out if you're eligible for Universal Credit and how to claim.
Information about Housing Benefit from your local council - apply to help pay your rent
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