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Crisis and Resilience Fund: Hertfordshire

Asked by Chris HinchliffLabourDepartment for Work and PensionsTabled Answered 9 June 2026UIN 4700

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, whether his Department is taking steps to evaluate the effectiveness of the Crisis and Resilience Fund at tackling furniture poverty that exists in areas such as North Hertfordshire.

Answered by Dame Diana Johnson

The Department is planning to evaluate the Crisis and Resilience Fund across England, including the full range of discretionary support provided through the Fund, such as assistance with essential furniture and white goods. This evaluation is expected to launch by September 2026.

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