Thanks to the Household Support Fund, which has been extended by the new Labour Party government having initially been set up by the Conservative Party, households are set to receive the vital payment.

The fund has now been extended until March 2025

As we head towards Christmas, households are being told they can expect £250 payments in bank accounts in a handy Cost of Living boost.

The payments are being made by local councils to help some of the worst-off households cope with their bills over winter

People urged to check if they can get help if they are struggling to get by

Cash is being paid out to some of the most vulnerable people this winter

The 'hardship grants' will come as welcome news to many Birmingham residents struggling with their everyday bills