Key financial fund the Household Support Fund could be extended for a fifth time – here's everything we know so far
Many UK families could be given a huge cash boost as the government looks set to extend a vital cost of living scheme. Millions of families have been hit by higher energy bills, food costs and more in recent years, with the government offering some assistance in the form of the Household Support Fund .
The HSF is due to come to an end on 30 September, after being extended several times since it was first launched. An extension of the Household Support Fund? The Financial Times reports that the government will make a decision about the scheme soon. 'This government will tackle the scar of poverty by making sure work pays and improving support to help people into good work.'A vital safety net for vulnerable residents' Charities and local councils have already warned that ending the scheme would have an impact on low-income families.
Just 1% of councils said they could match the funding available through the HSF when it ends, while 67% said that local welfare funding administered by councils would decrease if the fund was withdrawn.'The Household Support Fund is a vital safety net for vulnerable residents struggling with the cost of living, but is currently due to run out in a matter of weeks.
The HSF is supported by the Department for Work and Pensions. It is currently due to come to an end on 30 September 2024.
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