Winter support
Colchester Borough Council is providing support for residents, businesses, and communities throughout winter.
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What type of benefit/support do I need?
Discretionary Housing ...
Colchester Borough Council (CBC) operates a Discretionary Housing Payment (DHP) scheme.
Colchester Borough Council (CBC) operates a Discretionary Housing Payment (DH...
Read moreHousing Benefit
You could get Housing Benefit to help you pay your rent if you’re on a low income.
You could get Housing Benefit to help you pay your rent if you’re on a low in...
Read moreLocal Council Tax Support
If you are on low income and are eligible for other benefits then you may be able to get help with your Council Tax bill.
If you are on low income and are eligible for other benefits then you may be ...
Read moreUniversal Credit
Find out more about Universal Credit and who can apply.
Find out more about Universal Credit and who can apply.
Read moreChild Tax Credit
You may be able to claim Child Tax Credit if you are responsible for children either aged 16 or under or under 20 and in eligible education or training.
You may be able to claim Child Tax Credit if you are responsible for children...
Read moreEmployment and Support...
If your ability to work is limited by ill health or a disability then you may be able to claim Employment and Support Allowance.
If your ability to work is limited by ill health or a disability then you may...
Read moreDiscretionary Housing ...
Each year we receive a limited amount of Discretionary Housing Payment (DHP) funding for customers in need of some additional help with housing costs.
Each year we receive a limited amount of Discretionary Housing Payment (DHP) ...
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Register for an online account
It is quick and easy to register for an online account. Access services for Council Tax, Housing Benefit and Local Council Tax Support and Housing all in one place.