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Change of circumstances Information on what to do if your circumstances change with regards to the Benefits Service
Backdating Housing Benefit and Council Tax Reduction are normally paid from the Monday following the date your claim is received at our office. In certain circumstances benefits can be backdated.
Temporary absence from home You can receive Housing Benefit when you are away from home on a temporary basis, but you have to meet certain conditions and you must intend to return to your home within a set amount of time.