From today, thousands of families in Tameside, Greater Manchester, can access cost of living payments worth up to £200. The initiative, part of the Household Support Fund, aims to assist households struggling with food and fuel expenses.
Key Details:
- Eligibility: The scheme is available to 2,000 households within the Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council area.
- Payment Breakdown:
- Single-person households can receive up to £100, comprising £51 for food and £49 for fuel.
- Couples and families with children are eligible for up to £200, with £102 allocated for food and £98 for fuel.
Funding Source: The payments are part of the Household Support Fund, an initiative by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). This fund was recently extended by the Labour Party government to provide ongoing support for households in need.
Eligibility Criteria:
To qualify, applicants must:
- Reside in Tameside.
- Be at least 16 years old and responsible for council tax.
- Receive one or more of the following benefits:
- Universal Credit (with net earnings not exceeding £935 in the last monthly assessment period).
- Employment and Support Allowance (Income Related).
- Job Seekers Allowance (Income Related).
- Income Support.
- Pension Credit.
- Council Tax Support.
- Housing Benefit.
Households not receiving these benefits but facing difficulties with food and fuel costs should contact the council’s welfare rights advice line for assistance.
Contact Information:
- Welfare Rights Advice Line: 0800 074 9985
- Application: Eligible residents can apply online via the Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council website: www.tameside.gov.uk/householdsupportfund.
Additional Information: Households in the North West of England struggling with the rising cost of living are encouraged to seek support through this fund. This initiative is a critical measure to alleviate financial stress for vulnerable families, ensuring access to essential resources like food and fuel.
For more details on eligibility and application processes, visit the council’s website or contact the welfare rights advice line.
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