Shared Ownership - Mortgage Int Relief & Rent Relief?

[Babycakes]

Hi all,
My friend has recently been approved for a House under the SOS.
She owns 40%, and rents 60% from them. My question is:

• Can she claim Mortage Int Relief on her 40% (like a normal mortgage?)
• Can she also apply for her Rent Credits as she is in affect renting 60% from the council?

Thanks

 

[Brooklyn]

Mortgage Interest Relief - yes.
Rent Relief - no. That's only available for renters in the private sector.