Category: Cost of living

74 Cost of living posts found.

Community venues stepped up for Shropshire’s Warm Welcome

21/04/2023
A group of people sit around a table smiling. There is knitting in front of them.

More than 80 community venues in Shropshire opened their doors to offer residents a warm welcome this winter, as energy prices pushed…

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Community organisations in south Shropshire invited to networking event

11/04/2023

Organisations and individuals who work with local communities in south Shropshire are  invited to a Strengthening Families Networking Market Place event at…

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Pop up youth spaces for young people this Easter

04/04/2023
Children having HAF fun at The Bridge Youth Centre in Bridgnorth

Young People in Shropshire can now enjoy more Easter activities across the county thanks to HAF (Holiday Activities and Food) funding. Shropshire…

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Holiday fun with Holiday Activities and Food – spaces still available!

28/03/2023
Child with facepaint

There is still time for eligible children to be registered for holiday fun on the Shropshire Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme…

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What will the spring Budget mean for your energy bills?

20/03/2023
Cost of living

Last Wednesday’s Budget announcement by the Chancellor Jeremy Hunt included an extension to the Energy Price Guarantee (EPG) for a further three…

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Free school meals support to continue in Easter holidays as part of £4.1m package to support households with cost of living

15/03/2023
Cost of living

Families in Shropshire who currently receive free school meals during school term time will continue to receive support over the Easter holiday…

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Energy bills support for off-grid households

08/03/2023
Thermostat

The Government has opened online application portals for its Energy Bills Support Scheme Alternative Funding and Alternative Fuel Payments for those who…

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Book now for Shropshire HAF (Holiday Activities and Food) Easter programme

06/03/2023
HAF programme in Spring 2023 advert

Following a successful two years, the Shropshire HAF (Holiday Activities and Food) programme is continuing in 2023, offering more opportunities for eligible…

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Shropshire Council contacts over 25,000 residents with cost of living support

03/03/2023

Shropshire Council has reached a milestone in the number of proactive contacts they have made with residents as part of their cost…

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Eligible for the Government’s Warm Homes Discount? Make sure you apply by 28 February

22/02/2023
Rising living costs

The Government’s Warm Homes Discount is a £150 reduction on energy bills. It is available to people who receive the Guarantee Credit…

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