How families can get crisis support to heat homes
A crisis fund is going to support community groups who help people struggling to heat their homes.
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"One thing the Crisis Resilience Fund wants us to do is not just support people in crisis, it also wants us to work in our community, give more strength and support for the organisations who already support our families."
— Heather Shearer , Politician
"Combining crisis payments with preventative and wraparound support will make a real difference."
— Angela Kerr , Executive
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CEO of Citizens Advice Somerset focusing on crisis support and preventative advice.
Somerset councillor advocating for community support for families in crisis.
Chancellor who announced guaranteed paid work placements for youth.
MP for Glastonbury and Somerton, calling for support for rural communities.
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A crisis fund is going to support community groups who help people struggling to heat their homes.
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