Helping you with the cost of living

Posted on: December 8, 2022

Household costs

If you need emergency money or food, you may be eligible for a budgeting loan or grants and charitable funds.

• Find out what emergency support is available

Council Tax

The government has introduced a £150 Council Tax rebate. If you live in an eligible property and you pay your council tax by direct debit, your local council will generally make the payment directly to your bank account. Payments started in April 2022. If you live in an eligible property and you do not pay your council tax by direct debit, contact your local council.

• Find your local council

You could be eligible for a Council Tax Reduction if you’re on a low income or claim benefits. You can apply if you own your home, rent, are unemployed or working.

• Apply for a Council Tax Reduction

Funding towards household costs

If you are facing hardship, you can get help with your essential household costs. You can also get advice and support from Citizens Advice and other voluntary and community organisations.

• Find out how to access support through the Household Support Fund

Food

Foodbanks give free food to people who are struggling financially. The Salvation Army also offers emergency assistance to people in need.

• Visit the Trussell Trust to find a foodbank near you
• Find out about emergency assistance from The Salvation Army

Broadband

If you’re a low-income family receiving Universal Credit or other benefits, you could be eligible for a discounted broadband service.

• Find out about discounted broadband

Public transport

Essex Highways have put together a list of money saving tips for travelling around Essex on public transport. This includes park and ride discounts, concessionary bus passes and saver bus tickets.

• Find out more about saving money on public transport

Author: Alliance Admin
Posted: 08/12/2022
Categories: News