Discretionary hardship support

Find out what other financial assistance you could get.

The Council Welfare service currently administers and operates three discretionary funding schemes of which there is one online application form for all schemes:

  • Discretionary Council Tax Relief (DCTR)
  • Discretionary Housing Payment (DHP)
  • Household Support Fund (HSF)

Eligibility criteria applies. 

We will only consider your application against each scheme that you apply for. 

Evidence must be uploaded before submitting the application online.

Household Support Fund (HSF)

The Household Support Fund is available for residents to make an application who may be suffering from financial hardship and the cost of living. Evidence must be provided with all applications.

Discretionary Housing Payments (DHP)

For residents who require additional support to meet their rental costs. Evidence must be provided with all applications.

Discretionary Council Tax Relief (DCTR)

For residents who are facing ‘exceptional hardship’ and may need additional support to meet their Council Tax costs. Evidence must be provided with all applications.