Household fund pledges £1.5m to families in need
PA MediaAbout £1.5m has been pledged to extend a household support fund.
The money will pay for supermarket vouchers and other measures to help people in need in North East Lincolnshire.
The fund had been due to end in March, but the council's ruling cabinet has voted to extend it until September.
Residents who are most in need can apply for small grants to help with the cost of food, energy and other bills.
During the summer holidays, supermarket vouchers will be available to families who receive free school meals.
Grants will also be given to voluntary and community groups which work to support local people.
The Household Support Fund is managed by North East Lincolnshire Council and funded by the Department for Work and Pensions.
About £9.6m has been distributed by the fund so far.
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