<p>The Household Support Fund is a discretionary scheme administered by the Department for Work and Pensions and delivered by Upper Tier Local Authorities in England to provide support to those most in need towards the cost of essentials. Over £2bn in support has to date been allocated through this scheme to support those most in need.</p><p> </p><p>The Department for Work and Pensions has allocated £2,816,718 to Solihull Council under the Household Support Fund for the period 1st April 2023 to 31st March 2024. This information can be found <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/household-support-fund-guidance-for-local-councils/household-support-fund-grant-determination-2021-no-315787#annex-a" target="_blank">here.</a></p>