To seek approval from Cabinet on our policy
for the granting, awarding and administration of the new 'Crisis
and Resilience' fund which the Government are introducing from 1st
April 2026. This new, permanent funding will replace both the
Household Support Fund and the Emergency Welfare Assistance fund.
Our funding allocation and the parameters of the new scheme are not
expected to be released by the Department for Work and Pensions
until early 2026.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Affects more than 1 ward;
Decision status: For Determination
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Notice of proposed decision first published: 09/12/2025
Explanation of anticipated restriction:
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Decision due: 26 Mar 2026 by Cabinet
Lead member: Cllr Kelly Middleton - Cabinet Member: Public Health & Healthier Communities
Lead director: Katherine Kynaston - Director: Housing, Commercial & Customer Services
Department: Communities, Customer & Commercial Services
Contact: Lee Higgins, Customer Relationships & Welfare Services Service Delivery Manager Email: lee.higgins@telford.gov.uk.
Is Consultation Required?: No