Between October 2024 and April 2025, the Department for Work and Pensions has allocated funding to Councils in England, to support those in need in their local area.
Each council has their own way of distributing the fund and many now have funding available this autumn.
Please visit the relevant webpage for your local council to find out about eligibility criteria and if/how you can apply for support from this fund;
Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead Council
South Oxfordshire District Council (fund not currently open but alternative funding may be available)
Reading Council’s Money Matters web pages bring together useful advice and resources on coping with the cost-of-living crisis, from dealing with your housing and utility bills to looking after your welfare and mental health.
For general contacts for advice about benefits and other kinds of support, visit our support in Berkshire web page
