School Essentials Grant — Wales 2026–27
Financial assistance towards school clothing, equipment and related essentials.
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UK nations : Wales
Council Tax Reduction Scheme — Wales
Income-related help with Council Tax bills, assessed by the local authority.
Read more →Discretionary Assistance Fund — Individual Assistance Payment
Non-repayable practical support such as essential furniture and white goods to establish or maintain independent living.
Read more →Help to Stay — Wales Mortgage Support
Potential support for homeowners facing mortgage payment difficulties, alongside lender assistance.
Read more →Warm Homes Nest — Home Energy Improvements
Free energy advice and, for eligible households, funded home energy-efficiency improvements.
Read more →Flying Start — Funded Childcare for Two-Year-Olds
Up to 12.5 hours weekly funded childcare for two-year-olds, with wider early-years and family support in eligible areas.
Read more →Bereavement Support Payment: help after a partner dies
Payments that may help people following the death of an eligible spouse, civil partner or partner.
Read more →Employment and Support Allowance: when illness affects work
Financial support and possible work-related assistance for people whose disability or health condition affects their ability to work.
Read more →Funeral Expenses Payment: assistance with funeral costs
Help with some funeral costs for qualifying people receiving certain benefits. Scotland uses Funeral Support Payment.
Read more →New Style Jobseeker’s Allowance: unemployment support
Contribution-based support for some unemployed people seeking work. Separate arrangements apply in Northern Ireland.
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