How Do I Check If I’m Eligible?

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How do I check if I’m eligible?

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To check your eligibility for various council services in Slough, you can follow these guidelines based on what you're looking for:
Eligibility Overview
Service Eligibility Criteria How to Check/Apply Voting Eligibility (EU Citizens) Must respond to a letter from the council confirming your eligibility to vote in some UK elections. Follow the instructions in the letter you received. For more information, visit Electoral Review. Funded Early Education (3 and 4 Year Olds) Must have an Eligibility Reference Number if applying for funded slots. Use the Citizen Portal to check validity. Free School Meals Must be receiving specific qualifying benefits (e.g., Universal Credit with net income under £7,400). Apply through the school or check eligibility with the information provided here. Social Housing Must be 16+, have lived in Slough for at least 5 years, and meet other specific criteria. Review the Housing Allocation Scheme to check your eligibility. If you need specific guidance or help regarding your situation, you might want to reach out directly to the relevant department through the provided links.

Service	Eligibility Criteria	How to Check/Apply
Voting Eligibility (EU Citizens)	Must respond to a letter from the council confirming your eligibility to vote in some UK elections.	Follow the instructions in the letter you received. For more information, visit Electoral Review.
Funded Early Education (3 and 4 Year Olds)	Must have an Eligibility Reference Number if applying for funded slots.	Use the Citizen Portal to check validity.
Free School Meals	Must be receiving specific qualifying benefits (e.g., Universal Credit with net income under £7,400).	Apply through the school or check eligibility with the information provided here.
Social Housing	Must be 16+, have lived in Slough for at least 5 years, and meet other specific criteria.	Review the Housing Allocation Scheme to check your eligibility.