Help available for households in need across Wakefield district
Tuesday, April 01, 2025
Wakefield Council has received £5.5million from the Government’s Household Support Fund to help residents most in need with the cost of living until March 2026.
“We are pleased the Government are providing vital support through the Household Support Fund. It is a lifeline for residents who are struggling to pay for essential items and bills.
“This funding allows us to help residents directly. Complementing the advice and support available on money, debt, energy and housing.”
Cllr Maureen Cummings
Cabinet Member for Communities and Poverty
The Household Support Fund supports residents with important things like gas, electricity and food.
Eligible households do not need to apply for these vouchers. Supermarket vouchers will be sent automatically to all households in receipt of Council Tax Support.
The Fund will also provide support to vulnerable households in most need of help with living costs. Particularly those who may not have received any other forms of cost-of-living support.
To learn more about the Household Support Fund and how to apply, visit www.wakefield.gov.uk/HSF
For all other cost-of-living support, visit www.wakefield.gov.uk/costofliving