Plymouth grant of £160k to help vulnerable people this winter

A £160,000 grant is accessible for organisations to assist susceptible folks this winter.Plymouth Metropolis Council mentioned it had the cash from the federal government to present to non-profit teams in grants of between £2,100 and £5,350.Councillor Chris Penberthy mentioned the grants have been to assist heat areas and neighborhood connections.Town council mentioned the cash may very well be utilized for by way of its web site earlier than 26 September.The funds have been a part of the council’s £4m family assist from the federal government to assist folks with the price of residing throughout 2025 and 2026.Penberthy mentioned: “We’re doing this as a result of we all know folks in Plymouth are nonetheless feeling the stress of rising prices and heating your private home in winter makes life more durable.”