‘Five Council’ Proposal Public Consultation

‘Five Council’ Proposal Public Consultation

Have your say on the future of councils in Essex.  Councils across Greater Essex are seeking public input on plans to replace the current Local Authority structure with fewer, larger unitary councils. 

Have your say in the consultation here

Benefits Calculator

Maximising your income is one of the best ways to help you manage the ever-increasing cost of living experienced by families right now. 

Depending on your household income, you may be entitled to help to pay for your rent and other household costs. This support can be available if you are working or not and is based on your own circumstances.

You may be eligible for Pension Credit. Pension Credit opens the doors to many other benefits too including the tax-free Winter Fuel Payment, as well as help with rent, council tax, the Cold Weather Payment and a free TV licence for people aged 75 or over.

With over 20 categories (examples below), from help with school meals to a free TV licence, our benefits calculator will signpost you to ‘other entitlements’ for your circumstances 

In the list are several options for further support with energy costs, including grants to help with insulation or the cost of a new boiler, plus the Warm Homes Discount.

 

  • Extra help from your local council 
  • Free school meals
  • Funeral Payment
  • Free Prescriptions and Eye Tests
  • NHS Low Income Scheme
  • Home Improvement Grants
  • Insulation Grants
  • Boiler Grants

 Benefits Calculator

The calculator is to be used as a guide only and is based on the information you supply.