Household Support Fund extension to provide cost of living support for residents

North Northamptonshire Council are once again able to support households who are having difficulty managing due to the cost of living crisis through funding from UK Government's Household Support Fund (HSF) Extension until 30 September 2024.

To access HSF funding applicants will need to fill in a simple online form and upload payslips and proof of identity bank statements, ideally using a computer. Those who do not have access to a computer can visit a North Northamptonshire library where they are available for free public use.

Once approved applicants will receive payment in supermarket vouchers of up to £320 (depending on household size). Residents can find out if their financial situation means they are eligible.

This HSF funding is also to be used to provide support for families where children are on free school meals, including food vouchers for the May break and Summer holidays, as well as an additional voucher intended to cover some of the expense of providing school uniform or other back to school goods.

For any queries related to the Household Support Fund please contact the team at HSF4North@northnorthants.gov.uk.

Should there be any funds not assigned or committed, these will be redistributed to local foodbanks.