Learn about the benefits you can get and how they are paid. If you are not happy with a decision, find out what you can do and how you can appeal.
If you pay national insurance, find out which contributions pay for which benefits.
Get a quick idea of the benefits you can claim, including disability benefits and links to benefit calculators.
Check how benefits and tax credits are paid – usually by direct credit transfer into bank, building society or Post Office card accounts. Find out about the Payment Exception Service if you can’t use an account.
What you should do if you’re volunteering while you’re on benefits.