Welfare Reform - changes to benefits

There have been significant changes to the welfare system as a result of the Welfare Reform Act 2012. 

The changes include the ways in which benefits are calculated and paid.

If you receive benefits then it’s important to find out if you are affected by the changes.

• Benefit cap
• Council Tax Support
• Social sector size criteria ("bedroom tax")
• Universal Credit

Contact the Benefits Team 

Email: revenues@dover.gov.uk

Phone: 01304 872199

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