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Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF) – Support for Hampshire Residents (2026–2029)
The UK Government has announced a new national Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF) to support people on low incomes who are facing sudden financial shocks. The fund is also designed to strengthen individual and community financial resilience.
The CRF will replace the existing Household Support Fund, which ended on 31 March 2026.
What this means for you
Quick help when something goes wrong. If you suddenly lose income, have an unexpected bill, or something essential breaks, the CRF can give fast help so things don’t get worse.
Easier to understand and use
The CRF replaces several old schemes with one simple fund. This makes it easier to know what support you can get, how to apply and it can be tailored to support you.
Support for the future
You won’t just get immediate help — the CRF can also link you to advice, help you maximise your income, and signpost you to community support to help you in the longer term.
Support for households using heating oil
The Government has announced funding to support vulnerable low-income households who are facing immediate financial difficulties due to increased heating oil prices.
Hampshire County Council partners directly with Citizen’s Advice to ensure the Heating Oil Support and the wider Crisis Resilience Fund is accessible to those in most need.
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