Through the DWP, the Government has made available a new Household Support Fund (HSF) to County Councils and Unitary Authorities in England to support those in need this winter. Hyndburn Leisure will administer the scheme in Hyndburn with...
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The most up to date information regarding Radon mapping in the United Kingdom, is held openly on Public Health England’s Radon site, which provides Radon potential in 1Km grid square references. Public Health England’s site can be accessed at...
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COVID-19 VACCINATION Everyone aged 12 or over is able to get a Covid-19 Vaccination for free. You can book an appointment using the the national booking system or attend a walk-in clinic, where no appointment is needed. You can find the nearest...
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The government has announced a number of schemes to help businesses in this difficult time. Below we have listed some of these with the relevant links if you wish to apply. For more information on the support available for businesses, see the...
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Council Tax is a national system of paying a tax towards local services. It was introduced in 1993 and is collected in Hyndburn by us as a billing authority. We collect Council Tax on behalf of Lancashire County Council, Lancashire Fire and...
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Hyndburn’s Council Tax Support Scheme Council Tax Benefit was abolished in April 2013 and replaced with a local scheme known as Council Tax Support. Council Tax Support is similar to the old Council Tax Benefit scheme, however the main...
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The Civil Contingencies Bill was introduced to Parliament on 7 January 2004. Its development was informed from the start by close consultation with key stakeholders in what was an open and inclusive policy-making process. The Civil Contingencies...
More infoHousing Benefit after 14 February 2018
Please read carefully before starting your online claim form. We are no longer accepting claims for Housing Benefit unless you fall into one of the following categories: You and your partner are state pension credit age. If you are not sure, you...
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Universal credit is part of the Government’s Welfare Reform. It is a new benefit that has replaced 6 existing benefits with a single monthly payment if you are out of work or on a low income. Details about Universal Credit can be found on the...
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The following is intended as a guide to making an application for a premises licence. Hyndburn Borough Council cannot take responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions. You may wish to seek your own independent legal advice before...
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The Vault 343 Union Road Oswaldtwistle Accrington BB3HS The last date for representations is 14 February 2022
More infoWhat is Council Tax Support?
Council Tax Support was introduced in April 2013 as a local replacement of the national Council Tax Benefit scheme. From April 2017, all working age claimants of Council Tax Support will pay a minimum of 30% of their Council Tax liability...
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