We will update this page as new information becomes available about the support for residents and how to access it.
The Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF) is a grant provided to local authorities across England to help support low-income households. The fund runs from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029.
The aims of the fund are to:
- Provide effective crisis support
- Improve individuals’ financial resilience
- Bolster the local-level support landscape
You can find more information about CRF at Crisis and Resilience Fund (1 April 2026 to 31 March 2029) - GOV.UK.
At Peterborough City Council, we have committed to using this fund to support households and individuals who are facing financial hardship. It will also help to build financial resilience amongst households and individuals.
Current financial support available
Find out more about help with Money and Benefits and our Support hubs.
Future plans
The council is continuing to develop how the fund will be made available and how to apply. We are looking to launch the scheme following the local elections in May.
The Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF) will replace the Household Support Fund which was launched in 2001 to support households on low income by providing emergency food, furniture, white goods, and vouchers to eligible pupils during school holidays.
The new fund will see £3.6m a year coming to Peterborough over the next three years to support residents in dealing with both short-term crisis and longer-term financial challenges, supporting them to become financially stable.
The main aim of the fund is to provide a safety net for those on low incomes who encounter a financial shock, such as sudden income loss or unexpected expenses, and to invest in building stronger support in communities to enable people to better deal with crises in the long-term, thereby reducing crisis need.