The Household Support Fund, which is a pot of cash made available to local councils, is due to end on September 30 - but reports suggest the Treasury could extend it once again
A significant cost of living scheme could be extended once more, potentially entitling millions of households to one-off payments or vouchers this winter. The Household Support Fund is a pool of money given to local councils, who then distribute it to local residents who may be struggling with bills or on a low income.
The most common form of aid typically comes in the shape of one-off payments or energy and supermarket vouchers. The Household Support Fund is set to conclude on September 30, but reports from The Financial Times and BBC suggest that the Treasury might extend it again. Since its inception, it has been extended five times, with the last extension confirmed in this year's spring Budget by the previous Tory Government. By the current end date in September 2024, the Government will have provided £3 billion for the Household Support Fund, reports the Mirror.The support you can receive from the Household Support Fund varies based on your local authority, so if you're facing financial challenges, get in touch with your council.
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