Applications reopen for £150 supermarket vouchers
Thousands of households in the Dorset Council area will have the opportunity to apply for free £150 supermarket vouchers, as part of the Household Support Fund (HSF). The scheme, funded by the Department for Work and Pensions, aims to provide support for low-income households.
Apply online for the vouchers
Starting on Thursday, October 5 at 10am, eligible residents can apply for the supermarket vouchers through the online application form on the Dorset Council website. The application process will take about 6-8 weeks for successful applicants to receive their vouchers through Citizens Advice, who will be distributing them on behalf of the council.
Eligibility criteria for the vouchers
To be eligible for the supermarket vouchers, households must meet three criteria:
- An annual household net income of less than £30,000
- Savings of less than £16,000
- No previous application for HSF payment within the last 6 months
Applicants should not include Personal Independence Payments, Disability Living Allowance, Attendance Allowance, Carers Allowance, or Child Benefit in their calculations for the annual net income. Each household is limited to one application.
Full list of supermarkets accepting the vouchers
The vouchers can be used at the following supermarkets:
- Asda
- Aldi
- B&M
- Farmfoods
- Iceland
- M&S
- Morrisons
- Sainsbury’s
- Tesco
- Waitrose
Missed the deadline? Another application window in November
If residents are unable to apply during this round, another application window will open on Thursday, November 2 at 10am.
Apply now for essential assistance
Councillor Laura Beddow emphasizes the importance of providing accessible essentials to low-income households. She encourages residents to apply for the supermarket vouchers to ensure they have the support they need. If applicants require assistance in completing the form, they can contact Customer Services on 01305 221000 or visit a customer access point.
For more information on future application windows and details, please visit the Dorset Council website.
If you do not live in the Dorset Council area, there are other forms of assistance available depending on your location. In most cases, those on low incomes or benefits can receive help.
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