Many people across the UK are continuing to struggle under the pressure of soaring household bills and fuel prices as the cost of living crisis bites - but millions of families may be eligible for financial help thanks to a government scheme.
As part of the Household Support Fund, free help to those struggling is available, including extra help with paying bills and vouchers to spend at supermarkets. Chancellor Rishi Sunak topped up the Household Support Fund by £500m in May, bringing the total available to £1.5bn, the Mirror reports.
At the time, Mr Sunak said: “We know that people are facing challenges with the cost of living and that is why today I’m stepping in with further support to help with rising energy bills. We have a collective responsibility to help those who are paying the highest price for the high inflation we face. That is why I’m targeting this significant support to millions of the most vulnerable people in our society.”
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