https://www.turn2us.org.uk/get-support/information-for-your-situation/universal-credit Whether you are new to Universal Credit, or have an existing claim, we understand it can feel like a daunting and complex process. We are here to support you every step of the way. On this page we break down Universal Credit into simple steps so that you can easily find all the information…
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The future of crisis support: a discussion paper
https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/policy/publications/the-future-of-crisis-support-a-discussion-paper/ The Household Support Fund (HSF) has been the primary source of crisis support in England since it began in 2021. It has provided vital support to households facing hardship with nowhere left to turn, including being used to soften the impact of shortfalls in the wider benefits system. With the HSF’s 7th iteration due…
Brighton and Hove household support fund
“We have been calculating the spend on HSF6 and have found there to be a significant underspend which we need to distribute ASAP.” https://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/household-support-fund
Emergency Information
You might find yourself caught short of money and need help with essentials like food or paying your bills. Please look at the range of support options we discuss in this guide. https://www.turn2us.org.uk/get-support/information-for-your-situation/emergency-information/benefits-not-enough-to-meet-my-needs
The Cost of Hunger and Hardship
https://www.trussell.org.uk/news-and-research/publications/report/the-cost-of-hunger-and-hardship This research finds that a record number of people are facing hunger and hardship across the UK, with rates more than a third higher than they were 20 years ago. Without change, things are projected to get worse. Some groups across society are bearing the burden more than most, including children, people living in…
Deficit budgets: The cost to stay alive
https://capuk.org/about-us/policy-and-research/deficit-budgets-the-cost-to-stay-alive In today’s challenging economic climate, more and more UK households are struggling to make ends meet. The reality of deficit budgets – where income falls short of covering essential living costs – is a growing crisis that affects millions of people across the UK. Our latest briefing paper, Deficit budgets: The cost to stay…
Where to get urgent help for mental health
https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/mental-health-services/where-to-get-urgent-help-for-mental-health/ If you need help for a mental health crisis or emergency, you should get immediate expert advice and assessment. It’s important to know that support services are available for you to access, whatever you’re going through.
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…
Stop the Far Right – National Day of Protest Saturday 10th August
https://standuptoracism.org.uk/stop-the-far-right-national-day-of-protest-saturday-10th-august/
Debt problems & help available
What to do & where to get support
https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/loans/debt-help-plan/ The cost-of-living crisis means more and more people are struggling with debt. But even if you’re struggling to make ends meet, your debt problem isn’t unsolvable. It might not be easy or quick to resolve, but there’s always a route. And the earlier you tackle your debts, the easier they are to deal with….