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Benefit cap
What is a benefit cap?
A benefit cap sets a maximum amount of benefit a working age household can receive each year.
More details about the benefit cap can be found on the Gov.uk website.
I'm experiencing hardship due to the benefit cap. Can I get extra help?
If you are experience hardship as a result of the benefit cap, you may be able to claim additional help from the Discretionary Housing Payment scheme.