Find out if you're eligible for universal credit, make an application and get advice on solving any problems you have.

This guide explains what Universal Credit is and who can claim it. 

Guidance about the different back to work schemes available to JSA and Universal Credit claimants.

Information on Jobseeker’s Allowance including benefit rates, who can claim and how to claim.

Explains what Job Seeker's Allowance (JSA) is, the conditions you must meet and how to claim it.

Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA) rules can be complicated. Answers to some common questions such as: What happens if you start living with someone? Or go on holiday? What if the money doesn’t turn up?

You can get Working Tax Credit if you or your partner are working enough hours a week and your income is low enough. You don't need to have children to qualify. Includes who can apply, and how much you will get.

Information on working tax credit, how to get it and how it is calculated.

Information on advice and support available to help you combine work with looking after children or caring responsibilities.

There are a number of circumstances in which a sanction may be applied to your benefit. This factsheet explains what these circumstances are, how to avoid sanctions and how to challenge a sanction decision. 

Information for new arrivals to the UK on who can get universal credit, housing benefit and council tax reduction, and common problems.