Millions has been left unclaimed by vulnerable households across the country according to new figures
Thousands of Brits are being warned to take advantage of payments worth up to £600 before time runs out. It comes after the Household Support Fund officially received an extension until next spring. This round of the scheme provided £421 million to council in England while £79 millions was provided to local authorities in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
While the current round of the Household Support Fund is nearing its September 30 deadline, eligible people can still take advantage. A report from The Sun highlighted that 100 councils have not spent all the money allocated to them yet, with a total of £57 million still available across the country.
Who can claim the Household Support Fund The allocation of the Household Support Fund is at the discretion of local councils, meaning eligibility and how much support you can get varies based on your location. Yet, it's common for those who are on benefits, deemed vulnerable, or have minimal savings to be in line for assistance.
For some, however, securing help could require a direct application through their council's website. With the Government only recently announcing the extension of the HSF, many councils likely havent finalised whos eligible yet.
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