Both council tenants and private tenants are able to claim housing benefit, and the amount of the benefit depends on their incomes and family situation.

If you are receiving jobseeker's allowance or income support, you maybe able to receive 100% of eligible rent.

If you think you are entitled to housing benefit, you need to fill the application form and send to Norwich Council. You can get the form from City Hall or get it online via the following link: http://www.norwich.gov.uk/CouncilTaxAndBenefits/HousingBenefit/

You can use government's benefits adviser to find out if you are eligible for the housing benefit before make an application.