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Changes in Circumstances: Household Changes
Certain changes in the household will alter the award of Housing Benefit - click on the links below to find out more. (And note that some changes may mean the claimant has to claim Universal Credit instead.)

New Baby/Child

How does the addition of a baby or child to the household affect the claim?

Key Birthdays

How does a change in age affect the HB award?

Comings/Goings

What if a household member leaves or joins the household?

Death

How does a death in the household affect the HB award?

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