Household Support Fund

A further £2.225m has recently been announced by the Government, which will run for six months until 31 March 2025.

Funding is provided by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to local authorities to provide support for eligible households with cost of energy, water and food bills.

Proposals for the allocation of the funding include:

• Allocation of food vouchers to all schools in Derby for pupils eligible for free school meals.
• An application based online form for residents to apply for financial help towards food and energy costs.
• A community led approach to supporting residents with the cost of living though Warm Welcome Hubs, providing food and a warm drink along with information and signposting for support.
• Essential household items provided to households in financial crisis, aimed at reducing energy bills and providing warm clothing / bedding.
• Support for eligible pensioners with rising cost of living, including energy and food bills.

Further details will be announced soon.