Households in a region of the UK are receiving £70 supermarket vouchers to assist with living expenses. Wakefield Council is distributing these vouchers through the Household Support Fund, tailored to each council’s initiatives. Eligible households, including those on low incomes and receiving council tax support, are benefiting from these vouchers. Pensioners receiving Council Tax Support have already received a £70 voucher, with additional vouchers planned for other households. Families receiving Council Tax Support will receive £50 vouchers starting December 15, while other households will receive £70 vouchers between December 3 and December 12 without the need for application. Residents are advised to be cautious of potential scams related to these vouchers.
If you are not a Wakefield resident, it is advisable to explore the support offered by your local council through the Household Support Fund. For instance, Blackpool Council is providing energy assistance of £200 to eligible households of one to two individuals and £300 to qualifying households of three or more individuals. Financial hardship and difficulty in bill payments are prerequisites for accessing this support, requiring submission of recent bank statements for all household members. Eligibility is not restricted to Universal Credit or other benefits recipients, though only one award can be claimed within a year.
The assistance is directly provided to energy providers, reflecting as a credit on bills or pre-payment meters. Applications can be made through the Blackpool Council website. Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council is also issuing £120 worth of vouchers to eligible residents, with different distribution schedules based on household types. Additionally, one-time £120 payments are accessible to low-income residents responsible for energy bills without Council Tax Reduction benefits.