Can I rent out my spare room to cover the rest of rent?

paris1

Hi if I'm on benefits an rent from a private landlord can I rent out my spare room to cover the rest of the rent

Kimi87

Which benefits exactly are you receiving please?

paris1

Uc pip an lwca

Kimi87

Having a lodger won't effect either UC or PIP

https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/housing/lodging-and-subletting/lodging-subletting/landlords-of-lodgers/taking-in-a-lodger-what-you-need-to-think-about-first/#:~:text=If%20your%20lodger%20isn't,be%20affected%20by%20the%20reduction.&text=Rupa%20lives%20on%20her%20own,cover%20the%20%C2%A314%20shortfall.

poppy123456

If you're claiming single person discount for council tax, or council tax reduction then it may affect those.