Returning to England from abroad

This factsheet explains how to claim benefits and apply for housing, health and care services if you return to England from abroad. This factsheet is aimed at British nationals who have reached or are nearing retirement age.

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Benefits for people of retirement age (FS12)

This factsheet summarises the main benefits available to people in retirement from the Department of Work and Pensions or the local council.

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Pick it up. It’s yours.

Information about Pension Credit – eligibility, rates and how to apply for it.

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Social Security Benefit Rates

A guide to the current social security benefit rates

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Welfare Benefits : your legal rights

Information about what benefits and tax credits are available, who can claim, how & where to claim, challenging a benefits or tax credit decision and appeals.

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Council Tax Support and Housing Benefit

This factsheet explains what may be available to help you pay your Council Tax and your rent.

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Housing Benefit (Factsheet 17)

This factsheet explains what Housing Benefit is, who qualifies for it, and how it is calculated. It explains how to claim and what to do if you want to challenge a decision. It has information about Discretionary Housing Payments and what to do if you hav

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What Can You Claim?

Information about Housing Benefit and other benefits to which people aged 60 and over may be entitled.

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