The government can provide:
- support with your income
- help with your bills
- help with childcare costs
- housing support
- help with transport costs
- help finding work
The government can provide:
If you have any queries regarding the cost of living payments the GOV.UK factsheet is a good place to start. There is also a British Sign Language version on YouTube with information on the cost of living payment.
If you are unsure about what help is available to you, the Worrying About Money? questionnaire can guide you.
By answering a few simple questions about your current situation anonymously, it will give you contact details of local services that offer free and confidential advice.
Citizens advice North Somerset can offer help and advice if you:
The Centre of Sustainable Energy have produced some helpful leaflets on energy advice and fuel poverty. They range from condensation and damp advice to low cost lighting options and understanding energy bills. These resources can be found on The Centre of Sustainable Energy website.
If you were an eligible household who pays council tax by direct debit, or a non-direct debit payer who submitted a successful application, you will have received your payment. This will be clearly marked as ‘N.SOMERSET REFUND’ on your bank statement.
Where no application was received or we couldn’t verify your bank account details, the payment of £150 was credited to your council tax account on 29 June 2022.
In addition to the mandatory energy support for bands A to D properties, the government has provided limited funding to councils to operate a discretionary energy rebate fund. This is for households in financial need who would not otherwise be eligible for the energy rebate.
We expect to open an application process for the discretionary scheme from the beginning of July.
The welfare provision scheme can give you short term financial help in a crisis. The amount of help that can be given will depend on your circumstances.
If you are homeless, or worried about becoming homeless, there is support available for you. The earlier you contact us, the more we can do to help.
Worrying about money or unemployment can have a big impact on your mental health and wellbeing. A variety of agencies are here to support you.
If you’re struggling with not having enough money to buy food, you may be able to get support from a food bank.
cost of living survival kit with over 90 ways to save from Money Saving Expert
here for your health and wellbeing at Better Health North Somerset
WHAM - Warmer Homes, Advice & Money - supporting vulnerable residents in North Somerset and Bristol
Wheels to Work West - helping people overcome barriers to travelling to work