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Crisis Payment (Brighton & Hove)

Brighton & Hove City Council

Description

Brighton & Hove City Council's crisis payment scheme, funded through the Crisis and Resilience Fund and replacing the Household Support Fund from April 2026. Provides emergency vouchers (not cash) toward food and groceries, gas and electricity, essential household items such as beds, cookers, or fridges, and other emergency support.

Amount

Discretionary — vouchers, amount depends on assessed need

Deadline

Rolling / no fixed deadline

Eligibility summary

  • Available in: England.
  • Open to individuals — not restricted to businesses.
  • Relevant income bands: earning under the Personal Allowance.
Notes
Support is given as vouchers, not cash. Due to high demand, not all applicants receive support, and additional evidence may be requested.
Requirement
Resident in Brighton & Hove or placed in council accommodation, and receiving (or having underlying entitlement to) a DWP benefit, Housing Benefit, or Council Tax Reduction.

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How to apply

Start an application via the online form on the council's website, or contact the Crisis Payments Help and Advice Team on 01273 293 117 (option 1) or LDSF@brighton-hove.gov.uk.

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Last verified: 1 August 2026. See the footer disclaimer — this is general information, not financial or tax advice.