From Monday 2nd November 2009 there
will be some changes to the benefit entitlement
rules. Child benefit will not be taken into account
at all in the assessment of Housing Benefit or Council Tax
Benefit. For people over 60, the capital threshold will start
at £10,000 rather than £6,000 (so we will not take into account any
capital under £10,000).
If you are already receiving these benefits your entitlement
will automatically be reassessed. If you have recently
claimed and were not entitled, and may now qualify, we will be
writing to you shortly inviting you to claim again.
If you would like any further information on the new rules
please contact Copelands Benefit Team on 0845 054
8600.