If I am awarded a Discretionary Housing Payment, how long will I get it for?

In most cases, a DHP will be awarded for a limited period. The length of time will depend on the individual circumstances of each claim. The minimum period a DHP will be made for is one week.

Discretionary Grants and Awards team

Telephone line is open 11am to 1pm, Monday to Friday (excluding bank holidays)

Address: Customer Service Centre
3 Upper Precinct
Broadgate
Coventry
CV1 1FS

Telephone: 024 7683 3773

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