| Low income assessment - 2025 guidance |
C applied for a crisis grant for support with food and essential items after their employment ended and their Universal Credit (UC) payment was reduced to zero. |
February 2026 |
Upheld |
| High most compelling priority rating |
C applied for funding for clothing, bedding, carpets, and a wardrobe. |
January 2026 |
Upheld |
| High most compelling priority rating |
C applied for a community care grant after their family became homeless following domestic abuse. |
January 2026 |
Upheld |
| High most compelling priority rating |
C applied for a community care grant for several items to set up their tenancy after being released from prison. |
January 2026 |
Upheld |
| High most compelling priority rating |
C applied for a community care grant to help set up their tenancy after a period of homelessness. |
January 2026 |
Upheld |
| Consideration of children’s rights |
C applied for a community care grant for laminate flooring in a bedroom. |
December 2025 |
Upheld |
| Clothing |
C applied for a community care grant after a relationship breakdown forced them into homeless accommodation. |
December 2025 |
Upheld |
| Resident within the local authority area |
C requested an independent review of the council's decision on their crisis grant application. |
December 2025 |
Upheld |
| Meeting the need |
C applied for a washing machine, clothing, and study items including a desk, chair, and lamp. |
December 2025 |
Not upheld |
| Low income |
C applied for assistance with living costs after a recent relationship breakdown. |
December 2025 |
Upheld |