A lump sum cost of living payment worth up to £350 is now available for anyone earning under £28,000. The Household Support Fund, which first launched in 2021, helps Brits pay their way through a cost of living crisis. Each council is allocated a certain amount of money to distribute to lower income families, often who make less than £50,000.
Applications Now Open in East Riding
East Riding Council has now revealed that applications are now being accepted – and will be open until Friday, January 26, 2024. The payments are available to anybody in the East Riding who is eligible and who has not previously received a payment. Those who are eligible will receive a payment of £350 within just 20 days.
Who Can Apply?
You would be eligible to make an application for support if:
- You are an East Riding resident (you receive a council tax bill from East Riding of Yorkshire Council)
- You are working, but not in receipt of any benefits
- Your income is below £28,000 per year for single households and under £33,000 per year for other households
- You have under £6,000 in savings or in a bank account.
For those who don't live in East Riding, your local council will likely have its own version of the scheme. You should get in contact with them to find out more. But be quick – applications for HSF are normally done on a first-come-first-serve basis.
Other Forms of Help
If you don't qualify for the Household Support Fund, there are still other forms of help available. Many energy providers, including British Gas, E.On, and EDF, offer grants worth up to £1,500. Additionally, the Warm Home Discount is being paid out, although it's ending this month. It's a £150 one-off payment towards your energy bills paid to eligible households between October and March each year.
Remember, there are different ways to qualify for these schemes, so it's important to check with your local council or energy provider to see what help you might be eligible for.
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