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Council Reopens Household Support Fund After Overwhelming Demand
9 Aug
Summary
- Council paused voucher scheme due to high demand
- Residents can now apply until August 25th
- Fund aims to help low-income families, pensioners, and disabled
As of August 9th, 2025, the North Northamptonshire Council has announced the reopening of its Household Support Fund (HSF) after temporarily pausing the program due to high demand. The council's executive member for communities, Gregory Wilcox, stated that the fund is "designed to reach those who need a helping hand," and it is "great news" that the council is now in a position to resume accepting applications.
The HSF, which provides supermarket vouchers to low-income families, pensioners, and individuals with disabilities, was initially paused by the council. However, residents now have until August 25th to apply for the assistance. Wilcox emphasized that the fund is crucial in supporting those who require additional support during these challenging times.
The council's decision to reopen the HSF comes as a relief to the local community, as the program has proven to be a vital lifeline for many struggling households in the region.
