Waltham Forest Council grocery voucher scheme
Waltham Forest Council has approved a £1.6 million funding boost for its grocery voucher scheme.
Waltham Forest Council recently approved an additional £1,622,717 for its grocery voucher scheme, bringing the total contract value to £2,393,402. This decision, made by the Portfolio Lead Member for Communities and Libraries in September 2026, aims to support vulnerable families.
The scheme provides grocery vouchers to families whose children are eligible for benefits-related free school meals during school holidays. It has been operating since 2021/22 to ensure children continue to receive meals during school breaks.
Key facts
- Waltham Forest Council approved an additional £1,622,717 for the grocery voucher scheme. Source
- The decision was made on September 16, 2026, by the Portfolio Lead Member for Communities and Libraries. Source
- The total contract value for the scheme is now £2,393,402. Source
- The scheme provides grocery vouchers to families eligible for benefits-related free school meals. Source
- The scheme has been running since 2021/22. Source
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