Households in a specific region of the UK are receiving £70 supermarket vouchers to assist with living expenses. Wakefield Council is distributing these vouchers as part of the Household Support Fund initiative. The council tailors its support under this fund, which includes energy assistance, supermarket vouchers, and cash grants.
Specifically, Wakefield Council is providing food vouchers to low-income households that receive council tax support. Pensioners who receive Council Tax Support have already been given a £70 voucher in November, with more vouchers planned for other eligible households.
Families receiving Council Tax Support are set to receive a £50 voucher starting December 15. Meanwhile, all other households receiving Council Tax Support will receive a £70 voucher between December 3 and December 12. Eligible recipients do not need to apply for these vouchers as they will be sent automatically within 14 days of the specified dates. Residents are advised to be cautious of potential scammers.
It is recommended that individuals outside Wakefield check with their local council about available support through the Household Support Fund. For example, Blackpool Council is offering £200 in energy assistance to eligible households with one or two members, including children. Households with three or more members, including children, may receive £300.
To qualify for support, individuals must be experiencing financial difficulties and struggling to meet their expenses. Proof of recent bank statements for all household members is required. Applicants do not need to be receiving Universal Credit or other benefits to apply, but only one award can be claimed within a 12-month period.
Support payments are directed to energy providers and appear as credits on bills or pre-payment meters. Interested individuals can apply through the Blackpool Council website. Additionally, Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council is distributing free £120 vouchers to eligible residents, with varying distribution schedules based on eligibility criteria.
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