Government funding to help Rutland households this winter
It's part of the Household Support Fund
Almost £160,000 of Government funding is heading to Rutland to help struggling households this winter.
The money is part of £35.5 million earmarked for the East Midlands.
The Household Support Fund, announced earlier this month, is designed to last throughout the winter.
The money will be distributed by councils, who know their local areas best, to households in their community in need of some additional help.
This will broadly consist of small grants to meet daily needs such as food, clothing and utilities.
Those who think they could benefit should contact their local council for more details on what will be available in their community.
David Rutley, Minister for Welfare Delivery, said:
“This funding is there to support those most in need by providing extra help over winter, and by working through local councils we can make sure the vulnerable people in our communities get this vital support.”
The new fund is part of a wider package of support the Government is providing this winter.
This includes 2.2 million low-income households being given a £140 rebate on energy bills through the Warm Home Discount, and the Cold Weather Payment providing £25 extra a week for those in need in areas where the temperature is consistently below zero.