A reminder to Good Neighbour schemes and support groups. A targeted programme has been set up by Cherwell District Council using money from the government’s Household Support Fund. It will help pay for vulnerable households’ food, energy, and water bills – but other costs can be covered too, including clothing and replacements or repairs for white goods or essential transport costs.

The funds are awarded based on a household’s specific situation and needs and will usually be in the form of grocery vouchers or utility bill payments.

If you know someone who will need this kind of support, please encourage them to call the North Oxfordshire Citizens Advice Household Support Fund helpline on 0300 303 0993. They should leave their details in a voicemail and wait for a call back to be assessed.