Households in a specific UK region are receiving £70 supermarket vouchers to assist with living expenses. Wakefield Council is distributing these vouchers as part of their Household Support Fund program. Different councils offer various forms of aid through their own versions of this fund, including energy support, supermarket vouchers, and cash grants.
The vouchers are being provided to low-income households receiving council tax help. Pensioners benefiting from Council Tax Support have already received a £70 voucher in November, with additional vouchers planned for other eligible households. Families receiving Council Tax Support will receive a £50 voucher starting on December 15, while other eligible households will receive a £70 voucher between December 3 and December 12.
Recipients do not need to apply for the vouchers as they will be automatically sent within 14 days of the specified dates. Residents are advised to be cautious of potential scammers targeting them.
For those outside Wakefield, it is recommended to check with their local council to see what support is available through the Household Support Fund. Blackpool Council, for instance, is offering up to £300 to qualifying households to help with energy costs. Applicants must demonstrate financial hardship and provide recent bank statements for all household members.
Applicants do not need to be receiving Universal Credit or other benefits to qualify, but only one award can be claimed within a year. Payments are made directly to energy providers as credits on bills or meters. Residents can apply through their council’s website for assistance.
Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council is also providing £120 worth of vouchers to eligible residents, with distribution ongoing for different groups. One-time payments of £120 are accessible for low-income residents facing energy bill payments without receiving Council Tax Reduction.
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