East Riding residents are being urged to apply for £200 funding from the Household Support Fund, before the Thursday 28 February deadline.
To be eligible for the payment, applicants must be an East Riding resident and to have not received financial support from the Household Support Fund in 2024/25.
Residents must also be receiving housing benefit, housing element of universal credit, or council tax support. They must have been receiving a means tested benefit for at least three continuous months, not be in employment, and have less than £1000 in savings
East Riding of Yorkshire Council was awarded £2 million in the latest round of the scheme, to help local people in need, provided by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
As part of its Help For Households campaign, the council is encouraging people to apply for the money, which is on offer to help residents who are struggling with bills, cost of food and groceries, and other living costs.
To apply for the £200 payment visit https://www.eryc.link/fund
People without access to the internet can claim by calling the council on 01482 393939.
People who are successfully entitled should receive their payment within 20 days of making the application.
Residents who are currently receiving council tax support and meet the eligibility criteria will also receive payments automatically.
Councillor Nigel Wilkinson, East Riding of Yorkshire’s cabinet member for finance and governance said
“It’s vital that families and households that need help apply for this scheme in time, and I highly encourage those eligible to make an application as soon as possible.
We know that some households are struggling with the cost of living, and encourage everyone to spread the word to ensure those in need are able to receive the help we are providing.”
Record Multimillion-Pound Investment Promises To Fix North Yorkshire's Roads And Potholes
North Yorkshire Police Emergency Call Waiting Times Remain Low Despite Surge In Demand
Row Over £20,000 'Incorrect' Public Toilet Charges in Whitby
'Strong Fish Smells' Spark Objections To Seafood Business Application
Maternity And Neonatal Services Face £736,000 Funding Gap To Meet New Safety Standards
Concerns Raised Over Tourist Tax Powers In North York Moors National Park
Educational Outcomes For Coastal Children To Receive Major Boost Under New Pilot Scheme
Special Train Journey Evokes Precious Memories For Dementia Patients On The Yorkshire Coast
Free Flu Vaccines Will Be Available At Drop-In Clinics Along The Yorkshire Coast
Extracurricular Opportunities Set To Expand For Pupils In Scarborough And Whitby
Time-Travelling Children Uncover Scarborough's Geological Past
Solar Panels Confirmed For Whitby And Eastfield Public Buildings To Cut Energy Bills
Comments
Add a comment