‘This winter can be challenging for many of our residents!’ Funding made available for Warm Spaces across South Holland

Additional funding is being made available for Warm Spaces across South Holland.

The places allow members of the public to meet in heated premises in a period of increased living costs where some residents struggle to cover fuel and energy bills for their own homes.

South Holland District Council has announce additional funding to support local community groups that are open or have recently opened as a Warm Space this winter.

The council is in the process of making a £500 one-off contribution available to support those that have signed up to the district’s Warm Spaces directory and are open on a weekly basis.

Those signed up but open less than once a week will be eligible to apply for a one-off contribution of £250.

The following groups are eligible for funding: not for profit companies limited by guarantee, constituted companies/voluntary groups, parish or town councils, parochial church councils and registered charities.

Eligible groups that have signed up have been contacted, and payments are being processed.

Coun Gary Taylor, Portfolio Holder for Communities, said: “We are delighted our teams have been able to secure this funding to help our community.

“This winter can be challenging for many of our residents, with some facing difficult financial decisions.

“The increase in cost of living has made it even more difficult, and I urge residents to visit our Warm Spaces.

“Not only will they receive a warm welcome, but also a warm space and a warm drink.”

For more information about these funding support packs, contact Nichola Holderness, Community Leadership Manager, by emailing Nichola.holderness@boston.gov.uk.