Housing Benefit payments
Due to a technical issue, monthly Housing Benefit payments set to be paid yesterday (Thursday 31 July) and today (Friday 1 August) will now be paid by Tuesday (5 August).
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Councillor allowances
Councillors receive a basic allowance, paid on a monthly basis.
Councillors in key positions also receive a special responsibility allowance.
Councillors can also claim travel expenses and subsistence when attending official meetings.