borough anti-poverty strategy
Wandsworth Council has launched a £3.4 million fund to support low-income households, while Richmond approved cost of living support.
Wandsworth Council launched a £3.4 million Crisis and Resilience Fund in July 2026 to support low-income households facing financial hardship. The fund, which will operate for three years from April 2026, aims to provide immediate relief and long-term financial stability through four strands, including crisis and housing payments.
Separately, Richmond upon Thames Council's Finance, Policy and Resources Committee approved funding for cost of living support in June 2026. This topic, which concerns strategic plans to combat poverty, has no upcoming meetings currently scheduled.
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