- Wirral Council allocated over £3m as part of Household Support Fund extension.
- Millions of families to be supported with cost-of-living support this winter.
- Local MP welcomes swift action to support those in need.
The Government has TODAY (27 September) announced more than £3 million in cost-of-living support for families on the Wirral.
Labour’s Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, Liz Kendall, announced earlier this month that the Household Support Fund (HSF) would be extended for a further six months, until 31 March 2025. The scheme provides money to local authorities to deliver essential help to the most vulnerable people in society.
Wirral Council has been given an HSF Grant of £3,049,345.09 as part of a wider package of £421 million being provided to local authorities across England.
Matthew Patrick, MP for Wirral West, has welcomed the Government’s investment in tackling poverty and ensuring those in the most need across the Wirral are supported. He said: “I’m pleased to see the new Labour government acting swiftly to ensure support is available for those feeling the harsh impacts of the cost-of-living crisis.
“We are already working hard to deliver change – to eradicate the root causes of poverty and prevent hardship – but I know many people in our community will be relieved to see short-term support continue.
“If you or anyone you know is struggling this winter, please get in touch with my office or Wirral Council to explore the support available to you.”
Wirral Council previously delivered support to families and pensioners struggling with the cost of living through the HSF, helping with the cost of water and energy, as well as funding community projects, foodbanks, debt support and holiday activities for children.
Matthew Patrick MP 