Derbyshire County Council Welfare Rights Service
Contact details
Derbyshire County Council Welfare Rights Service
Welfare Rights Service, County Hall Offices
Matlock
DE4 3AG
Public phone: 01629 531535
Email: welfarebenefits@derbyshire.gov.uk
General information
Service offered: Thousands of people in Derbyshire are missing out on benefits that are theirs by right. Sometimes the benefits system doesn't make it easy for you to understand the rules about benefits or how to claim the benefits you are entitled to. We can help you find out about the benefits you're entitled to and how to claim, including: Carrying out a benefit check - are you receiving your full benefit entitlement? Which benefits to claim and how to claim them. Payments being suspended or benefit claims ending. Moving your existing benefits to a Universal Credit claim. Challenging decisions made by the benefits authorities. Preparing appeals and representing you at benefit tribunal hearings.
Target group: Derbyshire County Council Residents
Area served: Derbyshire
How to contact: Phone/Email/Website
Availability
Monday: 10am to midday and 2pm to 4pm (Phone)
Tuesday: 10am to midday and 2pm to 4pm (Phone)
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Thursday: 10am to midday and 2pm to 4pm (Phone)
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Accessibility
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Record last checked: 25 April 2025