North Lincolnshire Council’s approach to the allocation of a £2.33 million Household Support Fund (HSF) has drawn criticism from opposing Labour councillors. The fund is dedicated to aiding residents amidst the current cost of living crisis, however, there is disagreement regarding its allotment structure. The Labour councillors are in dispute with the council’s strategy, calling for more transparency regarding how the fund will be deployed to optimally aid vulnerable households in the North Lincolnshire area. With local communities still grappling with economic strain, the resolution of this dispute could significantly affect families throughout North Lincolnshire.
The original report for this story was sourced from www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk and subsequently revised for The Lincoln Post.