The support fund, which helps thousands of people, has been extended by the government
The government has announced it will continue to provide financial support for thousands of struggling households. The Household Support Fund, which has seen around £10m of extra funding given to Blackpool since its launch in October 2021, was set to be axed at the end of September.
Around 12,500 families in Blackpool have received support from the current round of Household Support Fund spending. Many were parents whose children were eligible for free school meals and who received food vouchers to cover school holidays.Coun Jo Farrell, Blackpool Council cabinet member for levelling up – people, said: “Blackpool Council will be providing support to residents that might need help with additional energy costs over the winter period.
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