Plans to help thousands of residents struggling with the cost-of-living crisis have been unveiled today by Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram.
In a week energy prices rose sharply again for many households, the Combined Authority is earmarking nearly £4.7m to support the voluntary and community sector to provide financial advice, alongside supporting digital inclusion.
And a further £3.3m will be spent on community activity to tackle food poverty, improve green spaces and reduce anti-social behaviour. Under the £2m cost of living proposal, the Combined Authority would partner with Citizens Advice and the Women’s Organisation to boost support and advice services to residents hardest hit by soaring prices.
