Extension to Household Support Fund welcomed in Blackpool

It was set to be axed by the end of September

By Shelagh Parkinson, first published on 11 September 2024

A vital lifeline for vulnerable residents struggling with the cost of living has been extended by the Government.

The Household Support Fund, which has seen around £10m of extra funding given to Blackpool since its launch in October 2021, had been set to be axed at the end of September.

But the Gov…