https://www.theguardian.com/politics/article/2024/aug/27/rachel-reeves-extend-support-fund-help-poorest-households?CMP=Share_AndroidApp_Other The chancellor is understood to be looking at a fifth extension of the scheme, which was launched in autumn 2021 to allow councils to distribute small grants for essentials for people in need. The details of the extension have not been finalised.
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Here, we look at the some of the benefits available to vulnerable people and examine those most in need of a drastic overhaul.
https://www.theguardian.com/society/article/2024/aug/23/the-benefits-challenges-facing-labour-as-millions-prepare-for-a-tough-winter?CMP=Share_AndroidApp_Other Labour backbenchers are warning that millions of vulnerable people will face a “cruel winter” amid rising energy prices and a reduction in benefits, including the removal of winter fuel payments for millions of pensioners.
LGA: 6 in 10 councils will be unable to provide extra local welfare support when fund ends
https://www.local.gov.uk/about/news/lga-6-10-councils-will-be-unable-provide-extra-local-welfare-support-when-fund-ends The LGA says the Household Support Fund – which helps people struggling to buy food, pay bills and cover other essentials – is due to expire at the end of September and needs to be extended for at least six months to avoid an impending cliff-edge in support. More than four out of five…