Get help with fuel, food or furniture

The Household Support Fund will operate between 1 April 2022 and 31 March 2023. The fund will provide help to residents who are struggling to afford energy, food and other essential bills.

We will provide a direct award to you if you are in receipt of Council Tax Reduction or pension credit and provide vouchers during the school holidays for children in receipt of free school meals.

A separate application process is available if:

• you require urgent help with fuel or food or help towards the cost of buying furniture or white goods
• you are on a low income but do not qualify for a direct award
• you being supported by an advice agency who will complete an application form on your behalf

Other help available:

• £150 Council Tax energy rebate scheme
• Cost of living payments paid by the Department for Work and Pensions
• £400 energy bills support scheme provided by your energy provider