Benefit Fraud
Do you know anyone who is:
- working but claiming to be unemployed?
- not living in a property but claiming rent for it?
- living with someone but claiming to be on their own?
If so, please contact our hotline on 08456 08 01 40
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Benefits
Council Tax Benefit
A state benefit which helps people who are on a low income pay their Council Tax. Find out how to apply.
Housing Benefit
Housing Benefit helps people on a low income pay their rent. Find out how to apply.
Change in Circumstances
Find out more about your responsibility to notify changes in your circumstances and the ways you can report this to us.
Pension Credit
Pension Credit is an entitlement for people aged 60 or over living in Great Britain.
Free School Meals
If you receive housing benefit and/or council tax benefit, you may also be entitled to free school meals.
Disputes & Appeals
You can dispute or appeal if you are unsure or unhappy about how your benefit has been calculated.
Financial Difficulties
We offer a range of services, support and advice relating to financial issues.
Contact Us
Details on how to reach us via email, phone and post. Also find out where your nearest benefit office is.
Second Adult Rebate
Second adult rebate or alternative maximum council tax benefit is a form of council tax benefit, which can reduce your council tax bill by up to 25%.
Local Housing Allowance (LHA)
LHA applies to all new housing benefit claims from tenants renting accommodation from private landlords.
Benefits Calculator - What are you entitled to?
This section contains 
various links to other web sites which may help you determine certain benefits or allowances that you my be entitled to. The calculators are provided by other external organisations and not by Aberdeenshire Council, so please ensure that you read any terms and conditions on the web sites before using them.
