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RFHA. St. Peter’s House, 101 Wellingborough Road, Rushden, Northamptonshire, NN10 9YL Tel: 01933 411400
Email: info@rfha.org.uk
In April 2013 the Government will reduce the amount of housing benefit some people can claim
This leaflet will help you find out: • Who will be affected • Where you can go to get help and advice • What you need to know about changes to housing benefit
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