How to claim free school meals and help with bills over Easter school holidays

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Here's how to claim free school meals and help with bills over Easter school holidays

It can also be used to help with the cost of energy and water bills.that were issued by schools to cover food bills over the Easter and Summer holidays last year.The payments are handed out by local authorities across England and are worth up to £150 in some areas.

For example, of the latest £59.1million funding boost, Derbyshire has been allocated £758,227 while the City of London has been given £7,011.IF you're in large amounts of debt it can be really worrying. Here are some tips from Citizens Advice on how you can take action.

Your rent, mortgage, council tax and energy bills should be paid first because the consequences can be more serious if you don't pay- If you’re struggling to pay your debts month after month it’s important you get advice as soon as possible, before they build up even further For example, in Sutton, families can get up to £150 worth of food vouchers, while Hertfordshire is issuing vouchers worth £75.As the cash is issued by local councils, you'll need to speak to them directly to find out what support is available.The money can only be used for specific reasons though, which you will need to explain when making an application.

 

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