Turn2us responds to extension of the Household Support Fund

Responding to the announcement of a six month to extension to the Household Support Fund, Shelley Hopkinson, head of policy and influencing at Turn2us, says: 

“The extension of the Household Support Fund will be welcome news for the millions of households living on precarious incomes across the UK. For people who contact us in financial crisis, access to immediate support to cover food costs or pay for essentials is often a lifeline. 

“Any of us could face a financial shock in our lives. We need our social security system to be adequate enough to provide financial security and stop anyone from falling into poverty. The Government must use the next six months to plan the future of local welfare and commit to a long-term funding strategy across the UK. ” 

Notes to editors  

For Turn2us spokespeople, email media@turn2us.org.uk or phone 07807 967 475 

About Turn2us 

Turn2us is a national charity offering practical information and support to people facing financial insecurity. Our vision is that everyone in the UK has financial security so that they can thrive. We work alongside people who know what it’s like not to have enough money to live on, and develop our tools, grants, information and services with them.