UK Landlord Forum / Life

Hi I am currently renting from my parents. They live in their own property. The flat was bought as an investment and for the past 10 yrs has been rented out through an agency. I moved in SEPTEMBER '15, with a 6 month Assured Shorthold Tenancy. I applied for HB, but was turned down, as I returned necessary documentation 1 day late. That was Oct '15. I have not paid any rent and am not working. How should I go about claiming HB please?
If anyone could help, would be most grateful.

Would it be better to obtain employment and then you're in control of things like this?

Speak to the DWP.