Thousands of households have a limited time left to secure £100 in supermarket vouchers as Nottingham City Council rolls out the Household Support Fund. The deadline for applications is midnight today.
Although specific eligibility criteria have not been disclosed by the council, it is expected that individuals with low income or receiving benefits will be prioritized for the vouchers. Interested individuals can submit their applications on the Nottingham City Council website.
The council aims to communicate decisions via email by December 12, with voucher distribution possibly extending until February 28, 2026. The distribution of 10,000 vouchers will be random, allowing previous recipients from April 2025 to reapply.
Councillor Cheryl Barnard, Executive Member for Children, Young People and Education at the Council, expressed satisfaction over the additional £1 million allocated to assist Nottingham’s most vulnerable residents during the winter season. The funding aims to alleviate financial burdens exacerbated by rising living costs.
The Household Support Fund, part of a £742 million funding pool for English local councils, targets essential living costs like energy bills and food. Those struggling financially are encouraged to seek support from their local council, such as food vouchers being distributed by Wakefield Council to low-income households.
Pensioners benefiting from Council Tax Support received a £70 voucher in November, with additional vouchers scheduled for different household categories. Families under Council Tax Support will receive a £50 voucher from December 15, while other households will receive £70 vouchers between December 3 and 12.
Blackpool Council is providing £200 in energy assistance to eligible households of one or two individuals and £300 to larger households, including children. Applicants must demonstrate financial hardship and submit recent bank statements for all household members to qualify for support.