Thousands of households to get vouchers worth up to 138 for food and fuel – are you getting cost of living payment? [Video]

THOUSANDS of households are in line to receive vouchers worth up to £138 to help with the cost of essentials like food and fuel.

A number of councils have begun issuing financial help as part of the Government’s Household Support Fund (HSF) – and another has just announced its criteria.

The HSF was introduced in the wake of the pandemic to help Brits struggling with the spiralling cost of basic necessities amid an inflation crisis.

While inflation has calmed in recent months, prices are still increasing and the scheme was renewed for a fifth time in April.

Now Rochdale Borough Council in Greater Manchester has released information on how you can qualify for the assistance.

The council will use £2.3 million of funding from the Department for Work and Pensions to channel money into five key areas, including the Warm Homes grant and better support for job seekers.

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