Low-income households in Portsmouth have until 29 January to apply for up to £200 towards rising energy and water bills through the Household Support Fund. The fund, administered by Portsmouth City Council, offers £150 for single-person households and £200 for couples or families struggling with bills.
To qualify, applicants must have a household income below £935 for a single adult or £1,350 for a couple. Applications must be submitted online by 12 noon on 29 January 2026. The support is part of a government grant distributed by local authorities, with each council deciding how to allocate the money.
Other councils offer different forms of assistance. Camden Council is providing £500 emergency payments, while Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council is issuing £120 vouchers to eligible residents. City of York Council is giving one-off £100 payments to households receiving council tax support.
Portsmouth residents should check their eligibility and apply promptly to avoid missing the deadline. More information is available on the Portsmouth City Council website.
