Landlord information zone

Universal Credit claimants have an online Universal Credit account to manage their claim. They use their account to report changes, send messages to their work coach and find support.

This section provides landlords and letting agents with information about Universal Credit: 

• Request direct payments of rent or rent arrears
• Alternative payment arrangements
• Information and guidance for landlords
• Universal Credit top tips for landlords
• Universal Credit - sign post to information for landlords
• Universal Credit Coronavirus (COVID-19) landlord engagement newsletter
• Understanding Universal Credit
• What Universal Credit means for landlords

Last updated Thursday, 3rd August 2023

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