Turn2us for help

As a charity, we know that many families will be anxiously awaiting the start of this change and are understandably worried about the impact it will have on their lives.

Recent statistics from the benefit cap pilot show that a staggering 97 per cent of households affected have dependent children, and 74 per cent are lone parents. With the Government estimating that the cap will impact 40,000 households in total, it is the most vulnerable who could be hardest hit.

It is more important than ever that anyone affected can access financial support and advice now.

We urge anyone who is worried about their situation to carry out a free and easy benefit check on our website – www.turn2us.org.uk

This will help them find out if they will be affected by the cap and whether they or someone in their household may be entitled to any benefits which could exempt them from the cap.

The website also features full, up-to-date information about the cap, and for people needing additional support, there is a tool to help them find an adviser in their local area.

With many people struggling to make ends meet, it is more important than ever that everyone accesses the support they may be entitled to.

Karen Holmes, welfare benefits specialist, Turn2us

Shepherds Bush Road

London W6 7NL