We have received reports from another local authority of a scam SMS text message received by a resident. Prior to this there have also been reports of scam calls advertising HSF loans. If you receive a text message or call of this nature, do not click on links or give out any personal information and if possible, please notify us on 020 8274 4901.
About the fund
The UK Government provides funding through the Household Support Fund to help support Merton residents during the cost of living crisis.
There have been five Household Support Funding schemes. Each scheme has had an objective to support all low-income households with additional focus on specific target groups to ensure the widest range of help has been available to residents at different times. Household Support Fund scheme 5 ended on 30 September 2024. All funding for this scheme has now ceased.
We have been informed of further funding available until 30 March 2025 and are currently putting together initiatives in the borough. These will be published here shortly.
