Thousands of hard-up Brits eligible for up to £500 free cash to help with living costs – how to apply
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THOUSANDS of hard-up Brits are eligible for up to £500 free cash to help with living costs, but certain criteria have to be met. Camden Council in London is awarding the help as part of the Household Support Fund - here's how you could claim the cash.
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It is aimed at helping households with their bills, in a scheme that provides the funds to local authorities, who in turn supply it directly to the residents. But it isn't as easy as that, because each council can set its criteria for who is eligible for this help, and what type of support it will offer.
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This essentially means that Brits are playing a postcode lottery to decide what help is available to them. In Camden, the council is prioritising applications from residents who have not received a Cost of Living Crisis Fund payment in the last 12 months.
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To be eligible in Camden, you must be over 18, or over 16 if you live independently, and have lived in Camden for at least six weeks. Applicants will be asked to provide bank statements to prove that they are in "urgent financial need". Those who live in the area and need financial support are advised to apply through the Money Advice Service.
The scheme isn't just happening in London, Brits all over the country could get the help they need. Solihull, Birmingham residents can also get free help worth £500 to pay off water and energy debts. To apply for this specific scheme, you must live in Solihull and have a combined annual household income of under £31,000.
