Will Universal Credit contact my landlord?

XEO25

Hello,

Due to the impact of coronavirus, I may have to apply for universal credit in the short-term, including housing support (private renting).

Does anyone know whether the universal credit people will contact my landlord to notify him of my application / status as in receipt of UC?

I'm concerned he will look on this unfavourably when it comes to renewing our tenancy later this year.

Thanks

[Deleted User]

They shouldn't do.  Payments go direct to you.  But of course you'll need to provide a copy of your tenancy agreement.

XEO25

Poster_586329 said:

They shouldn't do.  Payments go direct to you.  But of course you'll need to provide a copy of your tenancy agreement.

That's not a problem. 

Thanks for your help

Margaret_100

DWP can share information with other government departments including councils but without your permission it is likely they would be breaking confidentiality if they contacted your landlord. Landlord building and content (if it is applicable) insurance is usually higher if the tenant is not working/ claiming benefit. Retired tenants do not come into this group. Strictly speaking your landlord should be told so that he can  inform his insurance company and he may have to pay an additional premium. If you are still working but just topping up your income with benefits it Is not likely to apply

Galloglass

But of course you'll need to provide a copy of your tenancy agreement.

Is there a clause in your tenancy agreement that excludes benefit claimants? 

jcnot

We don't normally contact private landlords; there is no need.