You can look at all the benefits on the Government website. Gov.UK
A–Z of UK Benefits (DWP and Others)
A
Attendance Allowance (DWP)
For people over pension age with illness or disability.
Based on care needs, not income.
B
Bereavement Support Payment (DWP)
For people whose partner has died.
You must meet National Insurance rules.
Budgeting Advance / Loan (DWP)
Loan for essential costs if on benefits.
You must be on certain benefits long enough.
C
Carer’s Allowance (DWP)
For people caring 35+ hours weekly.
You must earn below a set limit.
Child Benefit (HMRC)
For people responsible for a child under 16 (or 20 in education).
Paid regardless of income, but high earners may repay some.
Child Tax Credit (HMRC – legacy)
Now replaced by Universal Credit for new claims.
Cold Weather Payment (DWP)
Extra money during very cold periods.
Paid automatically if on certain benefits.
Council Tax Reduction (Council)
Help to reduce your council tax bill.
Based on low income and local council rules.
Crisis and Resilience Fund (Local Authority) Discretionary payments
Housing Payment help with Rent Payments if in receipt correct benefit entitlements.
Crisis Payment if on low income and encounter financial Hardship due to unexpected drop in income.
D
Disability Living Allowance (DLA) (DWP)
For children under 16 with disabilities.
Based on care and mobility needs.
Discretionary Housing Payment (Council)
Replaced by Crisis and Resilience fund Housing Payments 01/04/2026.
E
Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) (DWP)
For people unable to work due to illness. Must be assessed as having limited capability for work, and have paid National Insurance contributions over certain years.
F
Funeral Expenses Payment (DWP)
Helps pay funeral costs if on low income.
You must be responsible for arranging the funeral.
Free School Meals (Council)
Free meals for children of low‑income families.
Usually linked to benefits like Universal Credit.
H
Healthy Start Scheme (NHS)
Help buying food and milk for young children or during pregnancy.
Must be on certain benefits and low income.
Housing Benefit (legacy – Council)
Help paying rent for Pensioners with low‑income households.
Replaced by Universal Credit for those of working Age.
I
Income Support (legacy – DWP)
Mostly replaced by Universal Credit.
Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit (DWP)
For work-related injury or illness.
You must prove it was caused by your job.
J
Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA) (DWP)
For people unemployed and looking for work.
Must meet National Insurance conditions.
M
Maternity Allowance (DWP)
For those who cannot get statutory maternity pay.
Must have worked and earned enough.
P
Pension Credit (DWP)
Extra money for pensioners on low income.
Top‑up if income is below minimum level.
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) (DWP)
For people with long-term illness or disability.
Based on daily living and mobility needs.
S
State Pension (DWP)
Regular payment after pension age.
Based on National Insurance record.
Statutory Maternity Pay (Employer)
Paid by employers to eligible employees.
You must have worked enough and earn above a limit.
Statutory Sick Pay (Employer)
Paid if you are off work due to illness.
You must earn above a minimum threshold.
Sure Start Maternity Grant (DWP)
One-off payment for a new baby.
Usually for low-income families.
U
Universal Credit (DWP)
Main benefit for working-age people on low income.
Covers living costs, children, housing, and health needs.
W
For injury, disability, or death caused by military service.
Provides financial support for the long-term effects of service-related harm, including both physical and mental conditions.
Warm Home Discount (Energy Scheme)
Discount on electricity bills for low-income households.
Given automatically or by application.
Winter Fuel Payment (DWP)
Helps older people with heating costs.
Paid if over State Pension age.
Working Tax Credit (HMRC – legacy)
Now replaced by Universal Credit for new claims.