Decision details

The Government has extended the Household Support Fund (HSF) for a further six months from 01 October 2022 to 31 March 2023 to support those most in need as a consequence of the cost-of-living crisis, with LBBD being allocated circa £2.16m.

The Cabinet will be asked to approve the Council’s proposed approach to the allocation of the funding, in line with the Government’s criteria.

Cabinet resolved to:

(i)  Agree the Council’s policy and intended allocation of the Household Support Grant of £2.162m, covering the period 1 October 2022 to 31 March 2023, as detailed in section 2 of the report; and

(ii)  Delegate authority to the Director of Support and Collections, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Community Leadership and Engagement, to vary the allocation of funding and scheme criteria to reflect any changes in demand, where appropriate.