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Written question asked by Afzal Khan (Labour) on Tuesday, 9 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 11 June 2026. It was answered by Diana Johnson (Labour) on Thursday, 18 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.


Welfare Assistance Schemes: Manchester Rusholme

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what steps he is taking to help ensure the long term provision of Local Welfare Assistance in Manchester Rusholme constituency.

Answer

Through the new Crisis and Resilience Fund, the Government is providing long-term funding for locally delivered crisis support in England until March 2029. This includes funding for Manchester City Council who have responsibility for delivery in Manchester Rusholme.

Manchester City Council also receives funding separately for local welfare assistance from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government through their Local Government Finance Settlement.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
8137
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Welfare assistance schemes Manchester Rusholme
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk