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Updated: 8.7.2024
Household Support Fund Scheme 5 is currently closed whilst we process the applications we have received.
We have received a high volume of applications for support since we opened Scheme 5 of the Household Support Fund on 17 May. If there are sufficient funds available to re-open the scheme, information about how to apply will be provided here.
Background information about the Household Support Fund
The Household Support Fund is a national scheme funded by the UK Government. It supports households in England that are most in need with the cost of essentials. £421m has been made available for the Household Support Fund across England. These funds have been distributed to authorities to be allocated in line with Government guidance.
There have been four Household Support Fund Schemes. Scheme 5 was announced by the Chancellor in his Spring Budget on 6 March 2024.
The council has allocated some funds to local organisations to directly help their service users. The remaining funds are available for Waverley residents to apply for through our application-based scheme.
Privacy Notice
The Privacy Notice for the Household Support Fund explains what happens to the personal information you provide when you contact Waverley Borough Council.
Additional support – Surrey Welfare Line
Are you confident you are receiving all the benefits and tax credits you are entitled to? Are you stressed about debt or worrying about how to make your money stretch further? Help is out there - Citizens Advice have teamed up with Surrey County Council to offer tailored financial advice to check that your finances are in the best shape they can be.
If you are interested in finding out more, and how you might be able to maximise your income, please contact Surrey’s Welfare Line on 0300 200 1008 and ask to be referred for “HSF Advice Services”.