Cost of Living Support

On 18th September 2023 the Council’s Cabinet agreed a new Cost of Living Support Scheme for 2023.

View help and support available for education related costs.

If you are at risk of homelessness, it is VERY IMPORTANT that you contact us as soon as you can.

View help available right now if you're struggling to pay your energy bills.

Information on Cost of Living support and advice from UK Government 

Information and advice to help you make the right choices when dealing with debt and budgeting problems.

Support and advice to all residents over 16 who are looking to get into employment, training or volunteering.  You can also receive support to up-skill when you are in work.

A fund of last resort intended to support people experiencing extreme hardship. The fund is offering greater flexibility for people impacted by the Cost of Living crisis.

The Council is offering a grant to help with the purchase and installation of solar panels.

Find out what you might be entitled to claim.

Access support available for residents which could include emergency food vouchers, wellbeing support, information and advice on finance and where to find support on your community.

View useful links to financial schemes that may help with your childcare costs.

View how to get referred to use a local food bank for extra support.