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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Crisis and Resilience Fund

25 March 2026 · Department for Work and Pensions

Proposed by Diana R. Johnson Lab Kingston upon Hull North

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Government is launching a 842 million per year Crisis and Resilience Fund from April 1, 2026.
  • An additional 27 million is allocated to assist areas dependent on oil heating due to price increases in 2026/27.
  • The fund aims to provide multi-year support for crisis assistance in England.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the launch and implementation details of the Crisis and Resilience Fund in England.

Action requested

The Government is introducing a £842 million per year Crisis and Resilience Fund from April 1, 2026, to provide multi-year support for crisis assistance. An additional £27 million is available specifically for areas reliant on oil heating due to price increases in 2026/27.

Key facts

  • The Crisis and Resilience Fund will come into effect from April 1, 2026.
  • It provides £842 million per year (£1 billion including Barnett impact).
  • An additional £27 million is available for local authorities in England for 2026/27 to support people affected by oil heating price increases.
  • The Household Support Fund and Discretionary Housing Payments will be replaced and incorporated into the Crisis and Resilience Fund.
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