District Councillor Laurel Lawford is trying to spread the word that help is available from South Hams District Council for people facing sudden financial difficulties.
If you’re struggling with day to day living costs such as food, energy costs or essential household items, help is at hand from South Hams District Council’s Household Support Fund (funded by the UK Government). SHDC are encouraging people to apply.
If you’re struggling with day to day living costs such as food, energy costs or essential household items, help is at hand from South Hams District Council’s Household Support Fund.
The rise in the cost of living means that we're all having to dig a little deeper to pay for household essentials such as food and energy. Many people in Devon are being forced to make difficult decisions, especially those on the lowest incomes. It's important you know what support is available.
With the cost of living crisis still biting for many residents across the District, South Hams District Council is looking at ways to get support to those who need it through its Household Support Fund.
South Hams District Executive agrees to ask the public for their opinion on changes to their Council Tax Reduction Scheme.
DCC have announced a new £5 million pot of funding to help residents who are struggling to afford to pay for their gas, electricity or water usage, or buy food or other essential items.
