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The Local Assistance Scheme provides emergency financial support to people living in England.
What is the Local Assistance Scheme?
You may be able to get help with essential costs from your local council. This is sometimes known as ‘the Household Support Fund’ or a ‘Local Assistance Scheme’.
How can the Local Assistance Scheme help?
Check with your local council to find out what support is available.
Most schemes can help if items like:
energy and water bills
food
essential items
If you get benefits, they will not be affected if you get a payment from a Household Support Fund scheme.
