Universal Credit and rent arrears: advice for landlords

Universal Credit is a new benefit for working age people who are in or out of work. 

For landlord guidance on Universal Credit and rented housing visit the Universal Credit pages on Gov.UK.

Help for tenants

If your tenant has rent arrears, they may have other financial difficulties but don’t know where to get help.

Welfare rights offer free and confidential advice on issues such as rent arrears and debt.