Household Support Fund - application-based support
The Household Support Fund (HSF) is money from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). It is given to the council to help households in financial need.
Support is available for essentials such as:
- food
- energy
- water
- essential goods and supplies
Different types of help are offered to meet a wide range of household needs.
Household Support Fund Round 7
Update – 10 November 2025
The Hardship Grant Community Fund is now open for new enquiries. The scheme will provide grant payments to eligible households until the end of March 2026.
If you submitted an enquiry since 23 June 2025 but have not received confirmation:
- you are on the waiting list
- someone from your local team will contact you in the next 3 to 4 weeks.
If you submitted an enquiry and have received an approval email:
- your place on the waiting list is confirmed
- you will be contacted in the next 3 to 4 weeks to complete your full application.
Be patient while the team works through the waiting list. Make sure your voicemail is turned on so we can leave a message if you miss a call, and ensure your phone can accept calls from withheld or private numbers.
Important: completing the enquiry form does not automatically entitle you to a grant payment. Your eligibility will be checked during the application process, and you may be asked to submit additional documents to verify the details provided before any grant payment is made.
Page last updated: 10 November 2025
