Decision type: Key
Decision status: For Determination
Notice of proposed decision first published: 04/10/2022
Anticipated restriction: Public -
Decision due: Between 1 Nov 2022 and 30 Nov 2022 by Cabinet Member Signing
The Government, through the Department of Works and Pensions (DWP) has now announced that the Household Support Fund will be extended for the period 1 October 2022 – 31 March 2023. The objective of the Scheme is to provide support to vulnerable households and families with children struggling with the significant rise in living costs with an emphasis on supporting households with energy, food and water bills. Local authorities are responsible for administering the Scheme and funding has been allocated to each authority. Haringey Council has been allocated £2,406,671.72 for the six-month period. The Household Support Fund will allow the Council to extend and expand its support to households in food or fuel poverty. This decision will approve the second tranche of the funding and remaining allocation. A separate decision was taken in October to approve the first tranche of funding for Free School Meal vouchers during the October half term.
Lead member: Cabinet Member for Resident Services &Tackling Inequality
Lead director: Director of Adults, Health, and Communities
Contact: Director of Adults, Health, and Communities.