Saving the housing safety net

Every 15 minutes a family loses their home. It can take only one thing – like losing your job, or falling ill – for your home to suddenly be at risk. If this happens, you need a strong safety net to help you get back on your feet.

We’re fighting to make sure people get support when they need it most – but this help is under threat.

Will you help us?

 

Changing the rules on housing benefit

Many banks and building societies stop landlords from renting to people who claim housing benefit. Help us to change this.

Housing benefit and under 25s

Help to protect housing support for people under 25 so they aren’t at risk of homelessness. Take part in our online poll.

Find out about changes to housing benefit

Struggling to tell your bedroom tax from your benefit cap? Don’t worry - this useful guide will explain all.

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