Could I claim Housing Benefit

stacyh100

Hi
Me and my ex are separated and have 2 children. They currently live 4 nights at his and 3 at mine. I am living at my mums at the moment but will be moving into a rented property in June.
He currently claims housing benefit and child tax credit.
Would I also be able to claim any housing benefit. I do work but only 15 hours hopefully that will increase sooner rather than later!!
Any advice much appreciated

marliepanda

You will be able to for yourself (what you will get I dont know, but you can claim)

What you cannot do is claim money for the rooms of the children, as no doubt your ex already is, as is his right as he has them more days. So you will be capped at the shared room rate (or 1 bed if you are over 35)