What Should I Do If My Financial Situation Changes After I Apply?

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If your financial situation changes after you apply, you need to report these changes to Watford Borough Council within 21 days. This includes changes like starting or stopping benefits, changes in income or savings, alterations in your household size, or any new dependents.

Here’s what you can do:

Change in Circumstance Action Required
Stop or start getting a benefit Report to council
Changes in state benefits or income Report to council
Changes in wages Report to council
Changes in savings or investments Report to council
Change in number of people living with you Report to council
Any children leaving school Report to council
Moving to a new address Report to council
Birth of a child Report to council
Applying for EU settled/pre-settled status Report to council

For more information or to report a change, you can use the online application form. Being proactive in notifying the council can help avoid issues with your benefits or housing entitlements.