Hashmatullah Aman, a refugee from Afghanistan, was facing significant financial difficulties. Unable to work due to illness, he was struggling to keep up with his rent and council tax payments. Over the past year, he had accumulated a council tax debt and was regularly paying £170 more than his Local Housing Allowance (LHA), which was unsustainable.

USPUK stepped in to help Hashmatullah navigate these financial challenges. Together, we applied for eligible support, the housing discretionary fund, and the limited capability payment. Throughout the process, USPUK assisted him in completing complex forms, attending important meetings, and reviewing his communications with local authorities. USPUK also helped draft responses and supported during interviews.

After almost six months of effort, Hashmatullah was finally granted the council tax discounts he was eligible for. We continue to work on his appeal for the limited capability assessment, as his journey toward financial stability is ongoing.

At USPUK, we support financially struggling migrants in accessing government concessions and assistance, ensuring they receive the help they need to build more secure and sustainable lives.

Information Packs from USPUK

At USPUK, we provide detailed info packs on various topics for displaced people. We assist those coming to the UK through programs like ACRS and ARAP.

If you would like to get involved or if you would like to access our Information Packs, you can find out more on our website in the Get Help section.